Transfer station
Dave Pearsons Recycling Center
3.7 mi NE · Ridgecrest, CA
Landfill
Ridgecrest Landfill
Ridgecrest, Kern County, CA · All sites in Kern County
Ridgecrest Landfill is a landfill in Ridgecrest, Kern County, California, operated by Waste Management. The site also works as a transfer station. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1969, with closure projected for 2042.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap, it takes household trash. OpenStreetMap lists the site as free to use. Map editors add that tag, not the operator, so confirm before you go. It is one of 43 disposal sites we list in Kern 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 | 8 AM – 4 PM |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (661) 862-5000 to confirm.
Fees
The operator has not published a fee we could find. OpenStreetMap lists the site as free to use, but map editors add that tag, not the operator, and towns often charge for permits, stickers or bags. Ask before you go ((661) 862-5000).
What it takes
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 | 1969 |
| Projected closure | 2042 |
| Waste in place | 3,013,520 tons (2008) |
| Size | 78 acres |
| Owner | Kern County |
| Operator | Kern County |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
Not on file yet
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Ridgecrest Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Ridgecrest Landfill?
Monday – Sunday 8 AM – 4 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (661) 862-5000 before hauling a load.
How much does it cost to dump at Ridgecrest Landfill?
The operator has not published a fee we could find. OpenStreetMap lists the site as free to use, but map editors add that tag, not the operator, so ask before you go.
What does Ridgecrest Landfill accept?
Household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
When is Ridgecrest Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2042 for a landfill that opened in 1969 (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
- OpenStreetMap node/13864472590 (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL)
- OpenStreetMap way/52821977 (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL)
- EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) database · record dated 2024-09
- Public map listings found through web search
- Fee schedule: openstreetmap.org
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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