HHW drop-off
Rio Rico
0.5 mi N · Rio Rico, AZ
Landfill
Rio Rico Sanitary Landfill
Rio Rico, Santa Cruz County, AZ · All sites in Santa Cruz County
Rio Rico Sanitary Landfill is a landfill in Rio Rico, Santa Cruz County, Arizona, operated by Santa Cruz County. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1981, with closure projected for 2041.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool, it takes household trash. It is one of 6 disposal sites we list in Santa Cruz 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 – 2 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (520) 761-7892 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 | 1981 |
| Projected closure | 2041 |
| Waste in place | 1,042,941 tons (2011) |
| Size | 25 acres |
| Owner | Santa Cruz County |
| Operator | Santa Cruz County |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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Rio Rico Sanitary Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Rio Rico Sanitary Landfill?
Monday – Friday 8 AM – 4 PM; Saturday 8 AM – 2 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (520) 761-7892 before hauling a load.
What does Rio Rico Sanitary Landfill accept?
Household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
When is Rio Rico Sanitary Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2041 for a landfill that opened in 1981 (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 Arizona Department of Environmental Quality - Arizona Unified Repository for Informational Tracking of the Environment (AZURITE)) · record dated 2024-12-12
- EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) database · record dated 2024-09
- Public map listings found through web search
Newest source record dated December 12, 2024. 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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