Lrs Chicago Transfer Station

Recycling Center in Chicago, Illinois

📍 3152 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
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📞 +1 773-579-1200 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

The LRS California Transfer Station at 3152 S California Avenue is Illinois's highest-volume transfer station, processing over 800,000 tons of solid waste annually and accepting everything from municipal trash to electronics and construction debris.

What this location Accepts

✓ Municipal solid waste (MSW)
✓ Construction and demolition debris (C&D)
✓ Brick and concrete
✓ Roofing shingles
✓ Electronic waste (e-waste)
✓ Food organics/food recycling
✓ Yard waste
✓ Recyclable materials (single-stream)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Yard Waste

What they do not accept

✕ Hazardous household waste (paint, chemicals, pesticides)
✕ Medical waste or sharps
✕ Liquids in bulk

Fees

  • MSW disposal (tipping fee) — Not published; call (773) 579-1200 for current rates

Programs & events

  • Volume Account Program — Commercial operators running 3+ loads per week can negotiate a volume rate. Contact LRS at lrsrecycles.com/talk-to-a-specialist.
  • Food Organics Diversion — The facility accepts food waste and organic materials for diversion, contributing to its 40% diversion rate.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the LRS California Transfer Station open to the public or commercial haulers only?

The facility is open to both the general public and commercial haulers. Anyone can bring waste or recyclables; fees are charged by weight. Credit and debit cards are accepted.

What are the hours at the LRS Chicago Transfer Station?

The facility runs 24 hours Monday through Friday and is open Saturday from 12:00 AM to 3:00 PM. It is closed Sundays.

How much does it cost to drop off at the LRS California Transfer Station?

Fees are based on weight and are not published publicly. Call (773) 579-1200 or visit lrsrecycles.com/talk-to-a-specialist to get current tipping rates before your visit.

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Contact & Location

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Address
3152 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
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Website
lrsrecycles.com
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City / State
Chicago, Illinois

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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