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Central Transfer Station
Central Transfer Station is a landfill in Sonoma County, CA, listed under Petaluma. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, household hazardous waste, electronics and scrap metal. We list 21 other drop-off sites in Sonoma County. In 2022 it accepted roughly 389,134 tons, according to EPA data.
| Address | 500 Mecham Rd, Petaluma, CA 94952 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Sonoma County, CA |
| Hours | We have no confirmed hours on file; please phone ahead. |
| Fees | No price on record. Many sites bill per ton with a minimum fee per visit. |
| Access | Public drop-off run by a city, county or district |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Scrap metal |
| Operator | Republic Services, Inc. (publicly owned) |
| Opened | 1971 |
Source: EPA landfill data (LMOP), EPA record dated August 2025. We have not verified it yet. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Sonoma County
- Self-haul disposal at county sites is limited to waste generated by Sonoma County residents and businesses. Loads on public roads must be covered or secured; uncovered loads are charged $22.00 per vehicle. Source
- Appliances, cardboard, electronics, household hazardous waste, liquids, scrap metal, tires, recyclable wood and yard debris may not go in the garbage at refuse sites. Violations can bring a $500 fine and/or up to 6 months in jail. Source
- Sonoma County residents can drop off household hazardous waste free at the Petaluma facility with ID, no appointment needed. Source
Before you go
- Ask about the last entry time; scales often stop taking loads before closing.
- Bring a tarp and straps. Most dumps want loads secured.
- Leave car batteries, paint and propane tanks at home; they need a separate drop-off.
- Keep your receipt; some sites need it for return visits or disputes.
Other landfills nearby
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 3 pm Refuse (per ton): $179.00 per tonHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Redwood Landfill Landfill
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 3 pm … Car, SUV or pickup, up to 1,000 lb (general debris or green waste): $55.00 per loadHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushScrap metalAppliances
- Household trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brush
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 3 pm Refuse (per ton): $179.00 per tonHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Thu-Sat: 7:30 am to 2:30 pm Drop-off for Sonoma County residents: Free
More in Sonoma County
All 22 drop-off sites in Sonoma County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · California
Frequently asked questions
Where is Central Transfer Station?
500 Mecham Rd, Petaluma, CA 94952. The Directions link opens the route in Google Maps.
What can I drop off at Central Transfer Station?
Central Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items, household hazardous waste, electronics and scrap metal. Confirm by phone before you load up.
Is Central Transfer Station open to the public?
Public drop-off run by a city, county or district. Call if you are hauling for a business.
What other landfills are near Central Transfer Station?
Central Disposal Site in Petaluma (< 1 mi), Redwood Landfill in Novato (13 mi) and Redwood Sanitary Landfill / Waste Management Earthcare Marin in Novato (14 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Petaluma?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Central Disposal Site, about < 1 miles away.
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