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San Diego, CA · official rules checked October 28, 2026

Dumps, landfills & transfer stations near San Diego, CA

20 landfills and transfer stations and 11 recycling and special-waste drop-offs within 20 miles of San Diego, from EPA records, plus the official local rules on hours, resident ID and fees.

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Official drop-off rules in San Diego

City of San Diego: Miramar Landfill

The Miramar Landfill and Recycling Center, 5180 Convoy St, is open Monday-Saturday 7 a.m.-4 p.m. and closed Sundays. No hand unloads after 4 p.m.

Cars, pickups and small trailers pay flat rates that depend on the type of waste and whether it came from inside the City of San Diego; see the city's Fiscal Year 2027 fee schedule. Uncovered loads are charged $50.

TVs and other CRTs, appliances, electronic and universal waste, and household hazardous materials are not accepted at the landfill and must be disposed of elsewhere. Questions: (858) 694-7000.

Sources: City of San Diego: Miramar Landfill & Greenery, City of San Diego: Refuse Disposal Fees. Checked October 28, 2026. Rules and fees change: confirm on the official page before you go.

Dump or dumpster: which is cheaper in San Diego?

For a pickup load or two, hauling it yourself usually wins. Once a cleanout or remodel runs to several loads, a dumpster can cost less than your time, fuel and repeated gate fees.

Haul it yourself

Gate fee by weight, by load, or free for residents at some city sites

  • Official local rate: Uncovered loads are charged $50.
  • You need a truck or trailer, a way to cover and secure the load, and time for each round trip
  • Best for 1-2 pickup loads, yard waste, or single items like a mattress or appliance
  • Resident-only sites usually ask for ID or proof of address
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Rent a dumpster

One price delivery, haul-away and disposal together

  • Dropped at your driveway; you load at your own pace, then it's hauled away
  • Best for several pickup loads: a 15 yard holds about 4 pickup loads and a 20 yard about 6 (redbox+)
  • Weight limits and extra-ton fees vary by company, so compare quotes
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Pickup-load capacity: redbox+ Greensboro size guide. Dumpster prices are the ones local companies publish, collected on our city pages with a source link for each.

Sites within 20 miles of San Diego

Sorted by straight-line distance from central San Diego. Listings come from EPA and state records; a green "Listed by" link appears where an official city or county page names that address.

Landfills & transfer stations (20)

Hazardous waste, electronics & tires (2)

Scrap metal & yard waste (9)

Map: dumps and drop-offs near San Diego


Interactive map of 31 sites

Pins use the coordinates in the EPA records. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

What to do with special items

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All 1,290 sites in California

Facility data: EPA Disaster Debris Recovery Tool (DDRT) (downloaded October 28, 2026; EPA Data License) and EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) landfill data, which we use to drop landfills LMOP lists as closed. Each listing names the state or national source EPA compiled it from and that record's date where given. Search uses U.S. Census Bureau 2024 Gazetteer centroids. Last checked October 28, 2026.

Rules and fees change, and not every site takes the public. Listings come from EPA and state agency records, not from the operators. Some sites accept only commercial haulers, residents, or certain materials, and hours change with holidays and weather. Call or check the operator's official page before you load the truck. Dumpster Price Map is independent and not affiliated with any facility or government agency. Spot an error? Tell us.

San Diego dump FAQ

Where is the closest dump to San Diego?

Measured from central San Diego, the closest landfill or transfer station in EPA's data is Kearny Mesa Lvto (San Diego), about 1.7 miles in a straight line. There are 20 landfills and transfer stations within 20 miles; check which ones accept the public before you go.

How much does the dump cost in San Diego?

Per the official page we cite: Uncovered loads are charged $50. Fees differ by site and change, so check the operator's page or call before you load up.

Where can I take construction debris, tires or electronics near San Diego?

Within 20 miles, EPA's data lists 0 C&D landfills, 3 C&D recyclers, 1 tire site, 1 electronics recycler and 0 household hazardous waste sites. Use the filters above the list.

Should I rent a dumpster instead of going to the dump in San Diego?

If you have more than a couple of pickup loads, a dumpster usually saves trips: redbox+ says a 15 yard holds about 4 pickup loads.