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Local6 min read· April 19, 2026

Contra Costa County Dump & Transfer Station Guide

If you're doing a DIY cleanup in Contra Costa County, knowing where to take your junk can save you time and money. Here's a rundown of the major disposal facilities serving our area.

Davis Street Transfer Station (San Leandro)

The largest facility in the area. Accepts household waste, construction debris, yard waste, and more. Open Monday–Saturday 6am–4pm, Sunday until 2:30pm. Minimum fee around $38.

Hayward Transfer Station

Smaller but faster for Hayward residents. Good for household junk and yard waste. Weekday hours 8am–5pm, Saturday 8am–3pm. Closed Sundays.

West Contra Costa County Landfill (Richmond)

Convenient for Richmond, El Cerrito, and San Pablo residents. Accepts most non-hazardous waste. Check their website for current fees — typically around $42-52/ton for Contra Costa residents.

Tri-Cities Transfer Station (Fremont)

Serves Fremont, Newark, and Union City. Good for household waste and yard debris. Weekdays 7am–5pm, Saturday 8am–4pm, closed Sunday.

Of course, the easiest option is to let Junk-A-Lot handle it all. We know the facilities, we handle the sorting and disposal, and you don't have to lift a finger. Our live dump status tracker on the pricing page shows real-time hours for all these locations.

Ready to get rid of your junk?