Transfer stationVerified October 2026
San Marcos Waste Transfer Station
San Marcos Waste Transfer Station is a transfer station in Santa Fe County, NM, listed under Eldorado at Santa Fe. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, household hazardous waste, tires, scrap metal and appliances. We list 12 other drop-off sites in Santa Fe County.
| Address | 366 Camino los Abuelos, Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM Directions |
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| County | Santa Fe County, NM |
| Website | santafecountynm.gov |
| Hours | Hours unknown to us so far. Check with the operator first. |
| Fees |
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| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Santa Fe County residency (ID with county address, deed, lease or two recent utility bills) when buying a permit; residents inside city limits can buy only the 1-trip permit |
| Access | Public site, typically meant for residents |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Household hazardous waste, Tires, Scrap metal, Appliances, recycling, motor oil |
| Not accepted | commercial waste, liquids, hazardous waste, flammable and explosive materials, sewage and sludge, animal carcasses |
| Load cover | Loads must be covered or tied down |
| Payment | cash (Treasurer's Office only), check, money order |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: santafecountynm.gov, santafecountynm.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Santa Fe County
- Convenience center users must be Santa Fe County residents and hold a county permit; permits (punch cards) are bought at the Treasurer's Office, Public Works or satellite offices, not at the sites. Source
- Loads must be covered or secured and garbage bagged. Illegal dumping can be fined up to $500 and/or 60 days in jail for a first offense. Source
Before you go
- Ask about the last entry time; scales often stop taking loads before closing.
- Cover and tie down your load. Many sites charge extra for loose loads.
- 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
- 12-punch permit: $110 ($100 discounted)Household trash & bulky itemsTiresScrap metalAppliances
- Buckman Road Recycling and Transfer Station Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- El Prado Collection Center Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisTiresScrap metal
- Hours: Tue, Fri, Sat: 8 am to 5 pm 12-punch permit: $110 ($100 discounted)Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous wasteTiresScrap metal
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Buckman Road Recycling and Transfer Station Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Tue, Fri, Sat: 8 am to 5 pm 12-punch permit: $110 ($100 discounted)Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous wasteTiresScrap metal
More in Santa Fe County
All 13 drop-off sites in Santa Fe County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · New Mexico
Frequently asked questions
Where is San Marcos Waste Transfer Station?
366 Camino los Abuelos, Eldorado at Santa Fe, NM. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn navigation.
What can I drop off at San Marcos Waste Transfer Station?
San Marcos Waste Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items, household hazardous waste, tires, scrap metal and appliances. Not accepted: commercial waste, liquids, hazardous waste, flammable and explosive materials, sewage and sludge and animal carcasses.
Can non-residents use San Marcos Waste Transfer Station?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Santa Fe County residency (ID with county address, deed, lease or two recent utility bills) when buying a permit; residents inside city limits can buy only the 1-trip permit.
How much does it cost to dump at San Marcos Waste Transfer Station?
12-punch permit: $110 ($100 discounted); 6-punch permit: $55 ($50 discounted); 3-punch permit: $27.50; 1-trip permit: $18. County permit prices; each punch covers 5 cubic yards; discounts for ages 65+, veterans and low income. Permits are sold at county offices, not at the site.. Source checked October 2026.
What other transfer stations are near San Marcos Waste Transfer Station?
La Cienega Waste Convenience Station in La Cienega (11 mi), Buckman Road Recycling and Transfer Station in Santa Fe (14 mi) and El Prado Collection Center in Santa Fe (16 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Eldorado at Santa Fe?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Buckman Road Recycling and Transfer Station, about 14 miles away.
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