🚛 South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station
📍 2140 Ruth Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 · Transfer Station run by South Tahoe Refuse
⚡ Quick Answer
South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station is at 2140 Ruth Avenue, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150. Starting price: $11.35 (minimum charge, 1 can). Hours: Monday to Saturday 8 AM to 5 PM. Accepts: household trash, construction debris, concrete and dirt, appliances, furniture, mattresses, tires, electronics. Phone: (530) 542-8311. Not yet verified by phone. Rate sheet checked October 26, 2026.
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💵 Published Fees
📋 Items and Fees
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| 🗑️ Household Trash | $11.35 per can; $32.65 per cubic yard |
| 🧱 Construction Debris | $44.10 per yard |
| 🪨 Concrete and Dirt | $44.10 per yard |
| 🔌 Appliances | $34.05 each |
| 🛋️ Furniture | $21.35 to $34.05 each |
| 🛏️ Mattresses | $34.05 each |
| 🛞 Tires | $9.20 each |
| 📺 Electronics | $49.75 per TV or monitor |
| 🔩 Scrap Metal | $32.65 per yard |
Rates Rate sheet posted February 2026 (no effective date printed); checked October 26, 2026. Items not listed as accepted here: Yard Waste, Paint, Hazardous Waste. Call to confirm before you go.
🕒 Hours
Closed Sundays and holidays.
📞 Contact
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✅ What They Take
- ➕Household and construction trash, concrete, appliances, furniture, mattresses, tires, electronics, metal and carpet
🚫 Not Accepted
- 🚫Liquid wastes
- 🚫Organics and wood (go to the Resource Recovery Facility)
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❓ Common Questions About South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station
How much does it cost to dump at South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station?
Published fees at South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station: Minimum charge (1 can): $11.35; 1 cubic yard: $32.65; 1 cubic yard compacted: $65.35; Concrete, asphalt or dirt: $44.10 per yard. Rates effective Rate sheet posted February 2026 (no effective date printed). Checked October 26, 2026. Fees at the scale can add surcharges, so call ahead.
What can I bring to South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station?
South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station lists these as accepted: household trash, construction debris, concrete and dirt, appliances, furniture, mattresses, tires, electronics, scrap metal. Not accepted: Liquid wastes; Organics and wood (go to the Resource Recovery Facility).
Do they take cash or card at South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station?
The sources we read do not say how South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station takes payment. Call (530) 542-8311 before you go.
Is there a resident discount or free dump day at South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station?
We found no resident discount or free dump day published for South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station.
What are the hours at South Tahoe Refuse Transfer Station?
Monday to Saturday: 8 AM to 5 PM. Closed Sundays and holidays.
📚 Where This Comes From
- 📄Transfer Station (South Tahoe Refuse)
- 📄Transfer station rates, posted February 2026 (South Tahoe Refuse PDF)
Checked October 26, 2026. Prices change, often once a year. Call before you load up.
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