Dumps NearbyTransfer stationVerified October 2026
Santa Maria Transfer Station
Santa Maria Transfer Station is a transfer station in San Luis Obispo County, CA, listed under Nipomo. A private company runs it. Expect to pay at the scale house, and check whether they take small loads from residents. It is listed for household trash & bulky items. San Luis Obispo County has 14 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 325 Cuyama Lane (Highway 166), Nipomo, CA 93444 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | San Luis Obispo County, CA |
| Phone | (805) 922-9255 |
| Website | iwma.specialdistrict.org |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 7:30 am to 4 pm |
| Fees | We found no official prices. Some sites post them only at the scale house. |
| Access | Private site, call to confirm small loads are accepted |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: iwma.specialdistrict.org. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in San Luis Obispo County
- San Luis Obispo County residents can drop off up to 15 gallons or 125 pounds of household hazardous waste per visit at no cost at IWMA facilities and collection events. Businesses must call (805) 782-8530 for an appointment. Source
- Free Bye Bye Mattress drop-off at Chicago Grade Landfill: up to 3 mattresses per day, Monday-Saturday. Source
- Loads must be covered or secured at county landfills. Uncovered or unsecured loads are charged double at Cold Canyon, Chicago Grade and Paso Robles. Source
Before you go
- Bring a tarp and straps. Most dumps want loads secured.
- Keep recyclables and yard waste separate; they often go to a different pile or are cheaper.
- Ask on the phone whether they take small loads from individuals.
- Keep your receipt; some sites need it for return visits or disputes.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Betteravia Recycling Facility Transfer station
- Betteravia Recycling Facility Hauling Transfer station
- Santa Maria Area Recycling Terminal, LLC Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- R&R Rolloff LLC Transfer station
- Santa Ynez Valley Recycling & Transfer Stat Transfer stationHours: Tue to Sat 8:30 am to 4 pm
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Sat: 11 am to 3 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in San Luis Obispo County
All 14 drop-off sites in San Luis Obispo County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · California
Frequently asked questions
Where is Santa Maria Transfer Station?
325 Cuyama Lane (Highway 166), Nipomo, CA 93444. The Directions link opens the route in Google Maps.
What can I drop off at Santa Maria Transfer Station?
Santa Maria Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items.
Is Santa Maria Transfer Station open to the public?
Private site, call to confirm small loads are accepted; we have not confirmed residency rules yet.
When is Santa Maria Transfer Station open?
Mon-Sat: 7:30 am to 4 pm.
What other transfer stations are near Santa Maria Transfer Station?
Betteravia Recycling Facility in Santa Maria (5.6 mi), Betteravia Recycling Facility Hauling in Santa Maria (5.7 mi) and Santa Maria Area Recycling Terminal, LLC in Santa Maria (5.7 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Nipomo?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Nipomo HHW Facility, about 2.7 miles away.
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