Lincoln Small Vehicle Transfer Station
Recycling Center in Lincoln, Nebraska
About This Location
The Lincoln Small Vehicle Transfer Station, officially the North 48th Street Waste Transfer Station, sits at 5101 N 48th St, one mile north of 48th & Superior. Operated by Lincoln Transportation & Utilities, it is built for cars, passenger and cargo vehicles, and small trailers (cargo space under 60 square feet). Lancaster County residents can drop off household waste for a per-vehicle fee, and recyclables such as grass, leaves, brush, appliances, metals, tires, waste oil and lead-acid batteries must be sorted into designated areas.
What Lincoln Small Vehicle Transfer Station Accepts
Related recycling guides: Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Yard Waste
What they do not accept
This is a small-vehicle station: large/commercial loads and trailers with cargo space of 60 square feet or more are directed to the Bluff Road Landfill instead. A full prohibited-items list is not published on the facility page.
Fees
- Car
- Passenger vehicle
- Cargo vehicle
- Trailer only
- Car/passenger vehicle with trailer (waste in both)
- Cargo vehicle with trailer (waste in both)
- Uncovered load surcharge
- Yard / wood waste
Access & restrictions
Residents only (proof may be required) · Walk-in (no appointment) · Serves Lancaster County customers. Vehicles limited to cars, passenger/cargo vehicles and small trailers (cargo space under 60 sq ft). All loads must be covered and secured or a 50% surcharge applies.
Programs & events
- Recyclables sorting
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to dump at the North 48th Street transfer station?
As of January 1, 2026 a car is $5.25, a passenger vehicle $9.75, and a cargo vehicle or trailer $18.00. A vehicle with a loaded trailer is $22.50. Uncovered loads add 50% to the charge; yard/wood waste is $25.15 per ton.
What size vehicles can use this transfer station?
It is a small-vehicle station for cars, passenger/cargo vehicles and small trailers. Trailer cargo-carrying space must be less than 60 square feet; larger and commercial loads go to the Bluff Road Landfill.
What are the hours?
Monday-Friday 6:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m., Saturday 6:45 a.m.-3:00 p.m., and Sunday 6:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m. The station is closed on major holidays.
Can I recycle appliances, tires or used oil here?
Yes. Grass, leaves, brush, appliances, metals, tires, waste oil and lead-acid batteries must be sorted out and placed in the designated recycling areas rather than thrown in with general waste.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.
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