Transfer Station

Artesia Transfer Station

2507 Pecos Ave, Artesia, NM 88210

(575) 748-8812

Small transfer station in town for residents dropping off household junk and yard debris. Locals use it when hauling a trailer or pickup is easier than driving all the way to a distant landfill. It’s a practical stop for routine cleanouts and weekend projects.

Drive up to an entrance booth and be prepared to stop; there’s usually a scale or checkpoint before you pull into the main area. The site is compact rather than sprawling - expect concrete bays or a drop area where trucks compact loads to be hauled out. Vehicles will need to line up to tip or unload, so backing a trailer into position is common. The yard has a no-frills, dusty New Mexico feel, with shade limited and wind kicking up in the afternoons.

Facility Information

Type Transfer Station
City Artesia
State New Mexico

Before You Go

  • Cover loose items and tie down tarps; wind and dust are real issues out here.
  • Plan for possible lines on weekends or during spring cleanup - midweek tends to be quieter.
  • Bring gloves and hand tools for quick sorting in the sun, and load things so they’re easy to hop out and toss into the drop area.