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Rio Rancho Landfill is the municipal landfill on the northeast side of Rio Rancho, used by local residents and commercial haulers alike. Expect a big, working site - not a drop-off center - where trucks and roll-offs are common and the desert dust shows up on everything.
There’s an entrance booth and truck scales; vehicles usually stop to be weighed in and then again on the way out because tipping fees are charged by weight. The site is large with exposed soil and piled cells, so visibility is open and it feels industrial rather than landscaped. Commercial loads are handled here, so plan for larger trucks and occasional lineups when a few big haulers are unloading. The ground can be dusty or muddy depending on weather, and equipment like loaders and compactors will be working around the disposal areas.
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Before You Go
- Cover and secure loads before arriving - tarps and straps keep loose debris from blowing off during the approach and while waiting in line.
- Avoid weekend mid-morning if possible; spring cleanup and weekends often bring the longest lines, especially for pickups and trailers.
- Make unloading quick by separating bulky items from mixed trash and positioning the vehicle so it’s easy to tip or offload without backing and rearranging.
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