The Transfer Station is the central receiving and transfer point for solid waste generated by the City of Killeen. Persons authorized to dispose of waste at the facility are:
Citizens and businesses in the City of Killeen
Citizens and businesses in the rural areas (counties)
Please bring your latest utility bill as proof of residency.
Hours of Operation for the Public:
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, Saturday
Location:
12200 State Highway 195
Killeen, TX 76549
Contact: (254) 501-8971
Directions: From Stan Schlueter Loop, follow Hwy 195 south for 3 miles. The turn-off to the transfer staion is located about 1/4 mile south of the Veterans Cemetery. Turn left at the sign to the transfer station and follow the road past the old facility all the way down until you come to the entrance of the transfer station.
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RESTRICTIONS
The transfer station must operate in compliance with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Rules and Regulations, and the approved site operating plan. The facility is not permitted to accept hazardous waste or special waste. Special waste is any solid waste that because of quantity, concentration, physical or chemical characteristics or biological properties, requires special handling and disposal to protect human health or the environment.
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Special Waste NOT ACCEPTED are:
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Cash, local bank checks and credit cards accepted
Citizens of Killeen can dispose of the up to 300 pounds per calendar month of excess garbage. Weight in excess of 300 pounds shall be assessed a disposal fee of $2.57 per 100 pounds which is the minimum fee. The following items will be accepted when presenting a current utility bill from the City of Killeen.
Household garbage/rubbish
Yard waste, brush grass clippings, and leaves
Furniture items such as chairs, couches, bed frames, mattresses
Recyclable materials identified elsewhere in this pamphlet
Appliances such as stoves, hot water heaters, washers, and dryers
Special provisions apply to air conditioning units and refrigerators.
Call 501-7785 for information.
Citizens and Businesses of Rural Areas (Counties): A disposal fee is charged for all waste that is disposed at this facility. The fee is based on the scale weight of the materials. This fee is subject to change, but is as posted on the sign at the scale.
Commercial Businesses in Killeen: A disposal fee is charged for all waste that is disposed at this facility. The fee is based on the scale weight of the materials. This fee is subject to change, but is as posted on the sign at the scale.
Recycling Drop-off and Used Oil Collection Site: The recycling drop-off point is presently closed, due to illegal dumping issues. We will reopen at a later date. In the meantime, please refer to our Recycling Center in downtown Killeen.
Surcharge for Unsecured Loads: Vehicles hauling waste to this site must be enclosed or provided with a tarpaulin, net, or other means to secure the load to prevent blowing litter or spillage. A surcharge will be assessed for unsecured loads.
Nonresidents:
Charges for dumping garbage, rubbish or special collection material by nonresidents is calculated by weight as determined by the on-site scales at a rate of $51.40 per ton ($2.57 per 100 pounds).
* The Killeen Recycling Center accepts antifreeze, oil filters, and lead acid batteries. Click on the link for information about recycling.