Waste Management - Columbia Ridge Commercial Landfill & Recycling

A county-scale recycling center at Columbia Ridge that locals use to drop off household recyclables and divert bulky items from the landfill. Neighbors bringing a car or a small trailer will find this place set up for larger loads than a typical curbside pickup. Oregon’s focus on recycling and bottle-deposit returns means the site handles the kinds of materials households usually sort out.

Drive up to an entrance booth where attendants typically check what’s being brought in; there’s a scale for larger loads so vehicles may be weighed. The recycling areas and containers sit in an open yard with clear vehicle lanes, and collection bays are arranged so drivers can pull up, unload, and move on. Expect to separate paper, cardboard, metals, plastics and glass into different containers-many centers also have drop-offs or programs for electronics, tires, or household hazardous items. Weekends and spring-cleanup times often see lines, so allow extra time when bringing a big load.