Transfer station
Chicago Grade Transfer Station
0.7 mi W · Templeton, CA
Landfill
Chicago Grade Landfill & Recycling
Templeton, San Luis Obispo County, CA · All sites in San Luis Obispo County
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Chicago Grade Landfill & Recycling is a landfill in Templeton, San Luis Obispo County, California, operated by Chicago Grade Landfill, Inc.. The site also works as a C&D landfill and a transfer station. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1970, with closure projected for 2039.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap, it takes construction debris and household trash. It is one of 12 disposal sites we list in San Luis Obispo County.
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM – 3 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM – 3 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM – 3 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM – 3 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM – 3 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 AM – 3 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (805) 466-2985 to confirm.
What it takes
Accepted
- Construction debris (accepted)
- Household trash (accepted)
Materials as listed by EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap. Anything not shown may still be accepted, or refused; ask the facility before loading.
Landfill facts
| Status (EPA) | Open |
|---|---|
| Opened | 1970 |
| Projected closure | 2039 |
| Waste in place | 2,318,410 tons (2022) |
| Size | 77.1 acres |
| Owner | Chicago Grade Landfill, Inc. |
| Operator | Chicago Grade Landfill, Inc. |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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Chicago Grade Landfill & Recycling: questions
What are the hours at Chicago Grade Landfill & Recycling?
Monday – Saturday 7:30 AM – 3 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (805) 466-2985 before hauling a load.
What does Chicago Grade Landfill & Recycling accept?
Construction debris and household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
Does Chicago Grade Landfill & Recycling take construction debris?
Yes. Its listed materials include construction debris.
When is Chicago Grade Landfill & Recycling expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2039 for a landfill that opened in 1970 (data as of September 2024). Projections change as permits are renewed or expanded.
Before you haul
- How to Haul a Load to the Dump Safely and LegallySecured-load laws, tarping, payload limits, the weigh-in routine and tipping-floor safety, plus a checklist of what to bring on dump day.
- Dump and Landfill Fees ExplainedHow tipping fees work: per ton vs per load, minimums, scale-in and scale-out, resident rates and item fees, and how to estimate your cost first.
- How to Get Rid of Construction Debris Without OverpayingLandfill, C&D landfill, transfer station, recycler or dumpster: how each works for remodel and demo debris, how sorting cuts cost, and what to ask first.
About this listing
Facts on this page come from:
- EPA Disaster Debris Recovery Tool (compiled from CalEPA Regulated Site Portal) · record dated 2025-08-15
- OpenStreetMap way/337229329 (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL)
- EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) database · record dated 2024-09
- Public map listings found through web search
Newest source record dated August 15, 2025. Hours, fees or contact details last added October 5, 2026. Listed here since October 5, 2026. We are an independent directory, not the operator. How we source and check listings.
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