Sierra Waste Recycling and Transfer Station

Sierra Waste Recycling and Transfer Station at 8260 Berry Ave is where a lot of Sacramento residents drop off recyclables and the occasional bulky item. Recycling centers like this typically take paper and cardboard, metals, glass and many kinds of plastics, and some also have separate programs for electronics, batteries or bulky-item drop-offs. It looks and feels more like an industrial yard than a retail place - bring the patience for truck traffic and concrete pads.

Drive into a gated lot with an entrance booth or kiosk where vehicles usually pause before proceeding; larger facilities often have a scale and may charge by weight. Expect rows of roll-off containers or bays labeled for different materials and an open, gravel- or concrete-surfaced work area with trucks moving around. Bring things mostly sorted and ready to carry or lift to the right container, and watch for dust and uneven surfaces underfoot. Lines build up on weekends and during spring-cleanout season, so plan extra time if heading over then.