Yard waste site
Valley Compost and Topsoil INC
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Landfill
City of Lompoc Sanitary Landfill
Lompoc, Santa Barbara County, CA · All sites in Santa Barbara County
City of Lompoc Sanitary Landfill is a landfill in Lompoc, Santa Barbara County, California, operated by City of Lompoc. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1961, with closure projected for 2045.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool, it takes household trash. It is one of 15 disposal sites we list in Santa Barbara County.
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM – 4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM – 4 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM – 4 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM – 4 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM – 4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 3:45 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM – 3:45 PM |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (805) 736-9042 to confirm.
What it takes
Accepted
- Household trash (accepted)
Materials as listed by EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Anything not shown may still be accepted, or refused; ask the facility before loading.
Landfill facts
| Status (EPA) | Open |
|---|---|
| Opened | 1961 |
| Projected closure | 2045 |
| Waste in place | 2,451,787 tons (2022) |
| Size | 39 acres |
| Owner | City of Lompoc |
| Operator | City of Lompoc |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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City of Lompoc Sanitary Landfill: questions
What are the hours at City of Lompoc Sanitary Landfill?
Monday – Friday 7:30 AM – 4 PM; Saturday,Sunday 10 AM – 3:45 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (805) 736-9042 before hauling a load.
What does City of Lompoc Sanitary Landfill accept?
Household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
When is City of Lompoc Sanitary Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2045 for a landfill that opened in 1961 (data as of September 2024). Projections change as permits are renewed or expanded.
Before you haul
- 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.
- Landfill, Transfer Station or Convenience Center: Which One Should You Use?What each type of public waste facility does, what it accepts, how it charges, and which to use for household trash, bulky items and construction debris.
- 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.
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
- 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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