Drop-off center
Grey Bears Recycling Center
7.1 mi E · Santa Cruz, CA
Landfill
City of Santa Cruz Dimeo Lane Landfill
Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, CA · All sites in Santa Cruz County
City of Santa Cruz Dimeo Lane Landfill is a landfill in Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, California, operated by City of Santa Cruz. The site also works as a C&D landfill, a transfer station and a yard waste site. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1960, with closure projected for 2061.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap, it takes brush & limbs, construction debris, household trash and yard waste. It is one of 6 disposal sites we list in Santa Cruz County.
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (831) 420-6270 to confirm.
What it takes
Accepted
- Brush & limbs (accepted)
- Construction debris (accepted)
- Household trash (accepted)
- Yard waste (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 | 1960 |
| Projected closure | 2061 |
| Waste in place | 3,024,722 tons (2009) |
| Size | 43.3 acres |
| Owner | City of Santa Cruz |
| Operator | City of Santa Cruz |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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City of Santa Cruz Dimeo Lane Landfill: questions
What are the hours at City of Santa Cruz Dimeo Lane Landfill?
Monday – Saturday 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (831) 420-6270 before hauling a load.
What does City of Santa Cruz Dimeo Lane Landfill accept?
Brush & limbs, construction debris, household trash and yard waste, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
Does City of Santa Cruz Dimeo Lane Landfill take construction debris?
Yes. Its listed materials include construction debris.
When is City of Santa Cruz Dimeo Lane Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2061 for a landfill that opened in 1960 (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.
- 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.
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 Disaster Debris Recovery Tool · record dated 2020-06-01
- OpenStreetMap way/808920669 (© 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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