FAQs
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Q 1: Where are the current landfills located?
A 1: The Lubbock landfill is located at 8425 N. Ave. P, Lubbock,TX 79403.
The West Texas Region Disposal Facility is located on 17304 N. FM 2528 Abernathy, TX 79311.
Q 2: What are the operating hours for both landfill locations?
A 2: The Lubbock location hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon. The West Texas Region Disposal hours of operation are Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 12 noon.
Please arrive before closing to allow enough time for unloading.
Q 3: What are the fees for landfill disposal?
A 3: The landfill fees are $28.50 per ton, (2000 lbs.); A special waste product such as asbestos is $53.50 per ton.
Q 4: Can I open an account with the landfill?
A 4: To open an account with the landfill please contact the Customer Service Representatives at WTRDF, 806-757-2151. There will be a credit check and application to fill out before an approval of an account can be determined. Contact: Landfill CSR, 806-757-2151 for further information or for an application.
Q 5: When did the Lubbock landfill close?
A 5: The Lubbock landfill closed after all the cells were filled and capped. It now operates as a Customer Convenience Station.
The Lubbock Landfill Customer Convenience Station is set up as a drop-off location. Clean wood waste will continue being accepted at the Lubbock landfill location. Call (806) 767-2492 for more information.
Q 6: Where can I dispose of refrigerators, freezers, and/or refrigerated window units?
A 6: The City of Lubbock landfills will not accept these items unless the freon has been removed by a certified recycling agent and the item has been tagged. You may call any small appliance repair center and it is possible that some may pay you for the used appliances. (ONLY single-family dwellings can take these items to the Citizen Collection Stations.)
Q 7: Where can I dispose of used motor oil and oil filters, antifreeze, vehicle batteries, household grease, tires (passenger vehicles only), and/or paint?
A 7:
Tire Disposal - The landfill DOES NOT accept WHOLE tires. Call (806)757-2151 or (806)775-2482 for tire disposal information.
Paints - Call Environmental Compliance Specialist Catriennia Williamson at (806) 757-2151 or harden the paint. (Steps to harden latex paint)
Single-family residential garbage utility customers can properly dispose the following at the Citizen Convenience Stations:
Citizen Convenience Stations
Elmwood: 2002 Elmwood Avenue
Northside: 208 Municipal Dr.
Southside: 1631 84th Street
Q 8: If my load for landfill disposal is only 100 pounds, will it cost me $28.50?
A 8: No. The computer pro rates the fee and charges are assessed for the load accordingly. i.e. The charge on a 100 pound load would be $1.43 and the charge on a load weighing 2,600 pounds would be $37.05.
Q 9: Why do I have to leave a deposit before landfill disposal of my load when a charge applies?
A 9: There is a $50 mandatory deposit required of all loads when a charge applies. A load cannot be disposed of until this deposit is satisfied. Landfill policy requires the Customer Service Representatives obtain the deposit at the time the load is weighed in on the scale. The deposit will later be applied to the disposal charge.
Q 10: Can I use my current itemized utility bill that shows the current garbage charge, name and account number to avoid a disposal fee charge?
A 10: Yes, but you must present your drivers' license along with your utility bill to verify your current address as being the same as it appears on your bill. This can be used only on your current address and cannot be exempt if it is your rental property. The bill must be current and itemized with the garbage charge on it. Household items such as furniture, brush, and appliances (excluding refrigerators and freezers) can be disposed of using the utility customer exempt policy. Commercial accounts are excluded from the utility exempt policy. All loads must be covered and/or secured to prevent the blowing of materials from the vehicle. City of Lubbock residents that meet the criteria of the policy are limited to 12 free loads per year and must be hauling from their homes in automobiles, pickups, or single/dual axle trailers only. All other vehicles will be charged for use of the landfill. Non-residents and/or City of Lubbock persons will be assessed the current disposal fees. Items that pertain to construction or demolition such as lumber, sheetrock, shingles and all other building materials are excluded and charges will apply.
Q 11: Where are the Recycling Drop-Off Centers & Citizen Convenience Stations located?
A 11: The Drop-Off Recycling Centers and the Drop-Off Citizen Convenience Stations are located as follows:
Elmwood: 2002 Elmwood Avenue
Northside: 208 Municipal Dr.
Southside: 1631 84th Street
A 1: The Lubbock landfill is located at 8425 N. Ave. P, Lubbock,TX 79403.
The West Texas Region Disposal Facility is located on 17304 N. FM 2528 Abernathy, TX 79311.
Q 2: What are the operating hours for both landfill locations?
A 2: The Lubbock location hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon. The West Texas Region Disposal hours of operation are Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 12 noon.
Please arrive before closing to allow enough time for unloading.
Q 3: What are the fees for landfill disposal?
A 3: The landfill fees are $28.50 per ton, (2000 lbs.); A special waste product such as asbestos is $53.50 per ton.
Q 4: Can I open an account with the landfill?
A 4: To open an account with the landfill please contact the Customer Service Representatives at WTRDF, 806-757-2151. There will be a credit check and application to fill out before an approval of an account can be determined. Contact: Landfill CSR, 806-757-2151 for further information or for an application.
Q 5: When did the Lubbock landfill close?
A 5: The Lubbock landfill closed after all the cells were filled and capped. It now operates as a Customer Convenience Station.
The Lubbock Landfill Customer Convenience Station is set up as a drop-off location. Clean wood waste will continue being accepted at the Lubbock landfill location. Call (806) 767-2492 for more information.
Q 6: Where can I dispose of refrigerators, freezers, and/or refrigerated window units?
A 6: The City of Lubbock landfills will not accept these items unless the freon has been removed by a certified recycling agent and the item has been tagged. You may call any small appliance repair center and it is possible that some may pay you for the used appliances. (ONLY single-family dwellings can take these items to the Citizen Collection Stations.)
Q 7: Where can I dispose of used motor oil and oil filters, antifreeze, vehicle batteries, household grease, tires (passenger vehicles only), and/or paint?
A 7:
Tire Disposal - The landfill DOES NOT accept WHOLE tires. Call (806)757-2151 or (806)775-2482 for tire disposal information.
Paints - Call Environmental Compliance Specialist Catriennia Williamson at (806) 757-2151 or harden the paint. (Steps to harden latex paint)
Single-family residential garbage utility customers can properly dispose the following at the Citizen Convenience Stations:
- Used motor oil and antifreeze (less than 5 gallons)
- Oil Filters
- Vehicle Batteries (limit 2 per year per address)
- Household Cooking Grease (or absorb completely in Kitty Litter and discard in dumpster.)
Citizen Convenience Stations
Elmwood: 2002 Elmwood Avenue
Northside: 208 Municipal Dr.
Southside: 1631 84th Street
Q 8: If my load for landfill disposal is only 100 pounds, will it cost me $28.50?
A 8: No. The computer pro rates the fee and charges are assessed for the load accordingly. i.e. The charge on a 100 pound load would be $1.43 and the charge on a load weighing 2,600 pounds would be $37.05.
Q 9: Why do I have to leave a deposit before landfill disposal of my load when a charge applies?
A 9: There is a $50 mandatory deposit required of all loads when a charge applies. A load cannot be disposed of until this deposit is satisfied. Landfill policy requires the Customer Service Representatives obtain the deposit at the time the load is weighed in on the scale. The deposit will later be applied to the disposal charge.
Q 10: Can I use my current itemized utility bill that shows the current garbage charge, name and account number to avoid a disposal fee charge?
A 10: Yes, but you must present your drivers' license along with your utility bill to verify your current address as being the same as it appears on your bill. This can be used only on your current address and cannot be exempt if it is your rental property. The bill must be current and itemized with the garbage charge on it. Household items such as furniture, brush, and appliances (excluding refrigerators and freezers) can be disposed of using the utility customer exempt policy. Commercial accounts are excluded from the utility exempt policy. All loads must be covered and/or secured to prevent the blowing of materials from the vehicle. City of Lubbock residents that meet the criteria of the policy are limited to 12 free loads per year and must be hauling from their homes in automobiles, pickups, or single/dual axle trailers only. All other vehicles will be charged for use of the landfill. Non-residents and/or City of Lubbock persons will be assessed the current disposal fees. Items that pertain to construction or demolition such as lumber, sheetrock, shingles and all other building materials are excluded and charges will apply.
Q 11: Where are the Recycling Drop-Off Centers & Citizen Convenience Stations located?
A 11: The Drop-Off Recycling Centers and the Drop-Off Citizen Convenience Stations are located as follows:
Elmwood: 2002 Elmwood Avenue
Northside: 208 Municipal Dr.
Southside: 1631 84th Street