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Bow Lake Recycling & Transfer Facility
Bow Lake Recycling & Transfer Facility is a transfer station in King County, WA, listed under Tukwila. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, appliances and mattresses. We list 76 other drop-off sites in King County.
| Address | 18800 Orillia Road S, Tukwila, WA 98188 Directions |
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| County | King County, WA |
| Phone | (206) 477-4466 |
| Website | kingcounty.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Thu: 12 am to 12 am Fri: 12 am to 11:30 pm Sat-Sun: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm |
| Fees |
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| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Must live or do business in King County's service area (excludes Seattle and Milton); no proof requirement stated |
| Access | Public facility (residency rules may apply) |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Appliances, Mattresses |
| Payment | card, cash, Apple Pay |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: kingcounty.gov, kingcounty.gov, kingcounty.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in King County
Before you go
- Secure everything in the truck bed; loose debris on the road can mean a fine.
- Leave car batteries, paint and propane tanks at home; they need a separate drop-off.
- Expect a scale or a quick load check at the entrance.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Black River Transfer Station Transfer station
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 5 pm … Garbage minimum (up to 320 lbs): $40.25Household trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushAppliancesMattresses
- Hours: Mon-Sun: 8 am to 5:30 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteScrap metal
- Eastmont Transfer Station Transfer station
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4:30 pm … Garbage minimum (up to 320 lbs): $40.25Household trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushAppliancesMattresses
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Sun: 8 am to 5:30 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteScrap metal
- Friendly Earth Recycling centerHours: Mon to Fri 9 am to 5 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
More in King County
All 77 drop-off sites in King County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Washington
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bow Lake Recycling & Transfer Facility?
18800 Orillia Road S, Tukwila, WA 98188. The Directions link opens the route in Google Maps.
What can I drop off at Bow Lake Recycling & Transfer Facility?
Bow Lake Recycling & Transfer Facility is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, appliances and mattresses.
Can non-residents use Bow Lake Recycling & Transfer Facility?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Must live or do business in King County's service area (excludes Seattle and Milton); no proof requirement stated.
How much does it cost to dump at Bow Lake Recycling & Transfer Facility?
Garbage minimum (up to 320 lbs): $40.25; Garbage per ton: $243.38; Clean wood or yard waste minimum (up to 320 lbs): $20.70; Clean wood or yard waste per ton: $129.38. Rates per county disposal fee page; new fees take effect January 1, 2027. Tire fees not stated on that page. CleanUp LIFT card (ProviderOne, EBT, ORCA LIFT) gives $20 off per waste type per visit.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Bow Lake Recycling & Transfer Facility open?
Mon-Thu: 12 am to 12 am; Fri: 12 am to 11:30 pm; Sat-Sun: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.
What other transfer stations are near Bow Lake Recycling & Transfer Facility?
Black River Transfer Station in Renton (3.2 mi), Renton Transfer Station in Renton (5.7 mi) and South Transfer Station in Seattle (7.4 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Tukwila?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is South Transfer Station, about 7.4 miles away.
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