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Take garbage and bulky items to a county transfer station

Self-haul garbage to a Lane County transfer station: $25 minimum for up to 1 cubic yard.

Steps

4 steps
  1. Pick a station and check its hoursDays and hours differ by station and can change. Walton is permanently closed as of 8/10/26.
  2. Cover and sort your loadLoad garbage first and recycling last so recyclables come off easily.
  3. Pay at the stationCash and checks are accepted. Cards are not taken at London, Low Pass, McKenzie Bridge, Sharps Creek and Swisshome.
  4. Check special-item fees before loadingAppliances with refrigerant are $25 each and must be empty. Mattresses are free to recycle at Glenwood only.
Short Mountain Landfill is closed to the public and open only to authorized commercial account holders.

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