Yard waste site
Valley Compost and Topsoil INC
11 mi NW · Buellton, CA
Landfill
Tajiguas Sanitary Landfill
Goleta, Santa Barbara County, CA · All sites in Santa Barbara County
Tajiguas Sanitary Landfill is a landfill in Goleta, Santa Barbara County, California, operated by Santa Barbara County. The site also works as a C&D landfill and a transfer station. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1967, with closure projected for 2027.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool, it takes construction debris and household trash. It is one of 15 disposal sites we list in Santa Barbara County.
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM – 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM – 1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (805) 698-1170 to confirm.
What it takes
Accepted
- Construction debris (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 | 1967 |
| Projected closure | 2027 |
| Waste in place | 11,784,454 tons (2022) |
| Size | 106.1 acres |
| Owner | Santa Barbara County |
| Operator | Santa Barbara County |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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Tajiguas Sanitary Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Tajiguas Sanitary Landfill?
Monday – Friday 7 AM – 3:30 PM; Saturday 7 AM – 1 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (805) 698-1170 before hauling a load.
What does Tajiguas Sanitary Landfill accept?
Construction debris and household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
Does Tajiguas Sanitary Landfill take construction debris?
Yes. Its listed materials include construction debris.
When is Tajiguas Sanitary Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2027 for a landfill that opened in 1967 (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.
- How to Get Rid of Construction Debris Without OverpayingLandfill, C&D landfill, transfer station, recycler or dumpster: how each works for remodel and demo debris, how sorting cuts cost, and what to ask first.
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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