Transfer stationVerified October 2026
Central Diversion & Transfer Station
You will find Central Diversion & Transfer Station in Fort Collins, CO. It is a transfer station in Larimer County. As a public facility it takes loads from residents; some public sites limit this to people who live in the area. Materials on record: household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, electronics, tires, appliances and mattresses. We list 17 other drop-off sites in Larimer County.
| Address | 2388 W Trilby Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80526 Directions |
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| County | Larimer County, CO |
| Website | larimer.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 8 am to 4:30 pm Gates close promptly at 4:30 pm. Holiday closures: see county hours page. Closes during high winds. |
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| Access | Public drop-off run by a city, county or district |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Furniture & bulky items, Construction debris, Yard waste & brush, Electronics, Tires, Appliances, Mattresses |
| Not accepted | car bodies, hazardous waste |
| Load cover | Loads must be covered or tied down |
| Operator | Larimer County |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: larimer.gov, larimer.gov, larimer.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Larimer County
- Larimer County Landfill (Taft Hill Rd) stopped taking waste on August 3, 2026; household disposal moved to the Central Diversion & Transfer Station (2388 W Trilby Rd). The North Landfill near Wellington opened the same day for haulers and residents within roughly 10 miles. Source
- All loads must be covered and secured, including bagged trash. Uncovered loads are charged double fees at all locations. Source
- Landfill sites close during high winds (sustained 40 mph or gusts of 55 mph); call the 24-hour line (970) 498-5770 before heading out on windy days. Source
- Colorado state law caps tires accepted at 9 per trip; the county may limit tires per visit. Source
Before you go
- Bring a tarp and straps. Most dumps want loads secured.
- Ask before bringing tires or a fridge; many sites charge per item for them.
- Unload quickly and safely: stay clear of heavy equipment on the tipping floor.
Other transfer stations nearby
- RAM Waste Systems Transfer station
- Hours: Sat: 9 am to 4 pm Car/SUV or truck: $20
- Hours: Tue, Thu, Sat (Nov-Mar): 8 am to 4 pm … Car/SUV: $22 per vehicleHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisMattresses
- Hours: Sun, Mon, Wed, Fri: 8 am to 4 pm Bagged trash, 13-gallon bag: $2Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsScrap metalAppliancesMattresses
- Western Disposal Compost Site/Wdc Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat: 8 am to 4:30 pm Residential household hazardous waste drop-off: FreeHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTiresScrap metal
- Hours: Tue, Thu, Sat: 8 am to 5 pm
More in Larimer County
All 18 drop-off sites in Larimer County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Colorado
Frequently asked questions
Where is Central Diversion & Transfer Station?
2388 W Trilby Rd, Fort Collins, CO 80526. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn navigation.
What can I drop off at Central Diversion & Transfer Station?
Central Diversion & Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, electronics, tires, appliances and mattresses. Not accepted: car bodies and hazardous waste.
Is Central Diversion & Transfer Station open to the public?
Public drop-off run by a city, county or district, as far as our sources show.
How much does it cost to dump at Central Diversion & Transfer Station?
Car, SUV, passenger van (flat fee): $20 (includes CO surcharge); Pickup truck, cargo van (flat fee): $37 (includes CO surcharge); Trailer or rental truck, loose waste (2 cu yd minimum for trailers): $13.25 per cu yd + CO surcharge; Green waste, car/SUV/van: $9. County 2026 landfill fee schedule (page updated Sept 2026). Colorado surcharges apply: 13 cents per car, 25 cents per truck.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Central Diversion & Transfer Station open?
Mon-Sat: 8 am to 4:30 pm. Gates close promptly at 4:30 pm. Holiday closures: see county hours page. Closes during high winds..
What other transfer stations are near Central Diversion & Transfer Station?
RAM Waste Systems in Fort Collins (2.8 mi), Wellington Transfer Station in Wellington (19 mi) and Estes Park Transfer Station - Waste Management in Estes Park (24 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Fort Collins?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Larimer County Hazardous Waste Drop-off and Electronics Recycling, about < 1 miles away.
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