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Solid Waste Facility
Salton City Solid Waste Site
Salton City Solid Waste Site, 935 W. Highway 86, Salton City, 92275, California
Salton City Solid Waste Site is the local drop-off for household trash, yard clippings and basic recycling out by Salton City/ thermal. Neighbors bring pickups, trailers and bags from around the area for quick unloads. It’s a small, no-frills place rather than a big metro station.
There’s a small entrance booth and a single lane to pull up to before driving in. You’ll likely cross a scale - many local sites charge by weight, so expect a quick stop on the way out. Recycling bins and green-waste piles sit off to one side just past the entrance, with larger compactors or open roll-off areas further in. Weekends, and spring cleanup times in particular, can back up traffic so prepare for short waits.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Tie down loose loads and bring a tarp; wind and dust around the Salton Sea area can make loose debris a headache.
- Load trucks so bags and recyclables are easy to pull out first - it speeds the process and keeps people behind moving.
- Bring sturdy gloves and a hand truck or dolly for heavy items; shade is limited and surfaces are often gravel or packed dirt.
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