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Newby Island Landfill
Milpitas(Sj), Santa Clara County, CA · All sites in Santa Clara County
Rated 2.0 of 5 from 27 reviews on public map listings
Newby Island Landfill is a landfill in Milpitas(Sj), Santa Clara County, California, operated by Republic Services. The site also works as a C&D landfill, a transfer station and a yard waste site. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1938, with closure projected for 2033.
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 40 disposal sites we list in Santa Clara County.
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (408) 945-2800 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 | 1938 |
| Projected closure | 2033 |
| Waste in place | 35,860,073 tons (2022) |
| Size | 235 acres |
| Owner | Republic Services |
| Operator | Republic Services |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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Newby Island Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Newby Island Landfill?
Monday – Saturday 8 AM – 4 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (408) 945-2800 before hauling a load.
What does Newby Island 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 Newby Island Landfill take construction debris?
Yes. Its listed materials include construction debris.
When is Newby Island Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2033 for a landfill that opened in 1938 (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
- OpenStreetMap relation/13014099 (© 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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