Important! – Please arrive 30 minutes prior to closing to allow time to unload.

Extreme Weather Advisory

In the event of extreme weather events including, but not limited to high winds, excessive rain, or snow, the Rock Creek Solid Waste Facility or Transfer Station sites in Calaveras County may be required to cease operations and temporarily close. The safety of the public and staff is our highest priority. If you suspect an extreme weather event, please call (209) 754-6403 to verify if a closure has occurred.

Recycling and Disposal Facilities

Calaveras County operates seven transfer stations where Calaveras and Alpine County property owners can discard their household trash and mixed recyclables at no cost. Each customer is limited to no more than 2 cubic yards of household trash per load (approximate capacity of a short bed pick-up truck).

Mixed Recyclable Program: Recycle all plastics marked 1 through 7, glass, jars, newspaper, aluminum, tin, plastic bottles, paperboard, magazines, office, and junk mail in the same container. There is no need to separate these materials. Click any of the links below to view each facility, hours of operation, locations, and materials accepted.

For Your Safety

Proper footwear must be worn at all of our facilities. No open-toed shoes, sandals or flip flops are permitted. Please keep your children and pets safe by keeping them in the vehicle while you are at any of the facilities.

Prevent Litter - Secure Your Load

California Vehicle Code 23115(a) All trash must be in a bag, a can or covered with a tarp. Fasten all trash cans lids with bungee cord or other means. Tie off trash bags and hold down with a cargo net.