When visiting a Disposal Site, do the employees assist with unloading my waste?
It is NOT the responsibility of the Department’s employees to unload waste from your vehicle. This includes all forms of waste and recyclables. Therefore, if you needed assistance loading your waste, you should take someone with you to assist with unloading your waste.
Read MoreWhere are the guidelines for transportation of waste & recycling material(s) found?
As of November 2019 Kern Public Works had historically documented the recommended processing, including transportation, of waste and recycling materials in the Kern County Recycling Guide. This document was updated yearly and published digitally through .pdf and in print, found in Kern County phone book. Today, information regarding the transportation and processing of waste and…
Read MoreWhy can’t I take or buy something I see at a Disposal Site?
State Law prohibits salvaging at any Disposal Facility. Safety is a number one priority for the Department and it is not safe to dig through the trash.
Read MoreWhere is the nearest Disposal Site?
Kern County operates seven active landfills and nine transfer stations throughout the County. Check out the Disposal Sites area of the website for information on the Disposal Facility nearest you.
Read MoreWhat is construction/demolition (C&D) waste?
Construction or demolition waste is non-hazardous building material or debris such as: asphalt, concrete, brick, drywall, fencing, metal, packing materials, pallets, pipe or wood resulting from construction, remodeling, repair or demolition of a property. The County operates several Disposal Facilities where C&D may be disposed or recycled. Other recycling facilities in Kern County, that accept C&D,…
Read MoreWhat is considered to be (non-chargeable) Residential Waste?
Residential Waste is ordinary household trash and yard waste from residential properties. Most residential waste can be disposed of WITHOUT CHARGE at the Disposal Site due to the fact that a Disposal Fee has already been collected through the Land Use Fee on residential property tax bills. Examples of non-chargeable residential waste include: appliances, clothing, furniture, green waste, manure, mattresses…
Read MoreWhat forms of payment can I use to pay my Disposal Fees?
Most Kern County facilities accept cash, check, VISA or Mastercard, or you can open up a Gate Fee Account. Fill out the Gate Fee Account Application online form or submit the paper application to open a Disposal Site Account. See the specific Facility’s Page for payment options.
Read MoreWhat are the Hours of Operation at the Disposal Sites?
Each Disposal Site has unique hours of operation. Check out the Disposal Sites page to find the days and hours of operation at each facility.
Read MoreWhat are the gate fees to dispose of trash?
Fees are site specific. Information on fees charged at each disposal site can be obtained by clicking on the Disposal Sites link.
Read MoreI am running 5 minutes late, will you keep the gate open for me?
Due to permitting requirements, landfill staff is not allowed to keep the gate open beyond the posted landfill hours. Please allow plenty of time to get to the Disposal Facility before it closes. Hours of Operation are found on individual Disposal Site detail pages. Start here to find your Disposal Site.
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