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About This Location

Montessa Park Convenience Center is a City of Albuquerque trash drop-off site at 3512 Los Picaros Rd SE, operated by Solid Waste Management. Residents can self-haul general trash, yard waste and bulky items such as tires, appliances and mattresses for a per-load fee. It is open Friday through Sunday, and proof of residency determines whether you pay the city or non-city rate.

What Montessa Park Convenience Center Accepts

✓ General household trash (Charged per load)
✓ Yard waste / branches (Branches no longer than 8 feet)
✓ Tires (Up to 5 tires (auto/small truck) per customer)
✓ Appliances (Up to 2 appliances with refrigerant intact)
✓ Mattresses (Up to 3 per customer)
✓ Pallets (Up to 5 per customer)

Related recycling guides: Tires · Appliances · Mattresses · Yard Waste

What they do not accept

✕ Recyclables
✕ Construction debris / drywall / carpet / roofing
✕ Hazardous waste
✕ Artificial turf

Recyclables are not taken here; use city recycling carts or a recycling drop-off instead. Construction/demolition debris and household hazardous waste must go to the proper facilities.

Fees

  • Per load (city residents)
  • Per load (non-city residents)
  • Tarping fee

Access & restrictions

Residents only (proof may be required) · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the public, but the lower $5 rate requires proof of city residency (utility bill, driver's license or valid ID). Non-residents pay $12 per load. No appointment required.

Programs & events

  • Convenience Center trash drop-off

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What days and hours is Montessa Park Convenience Center open?

Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The last vehicles are admitted at 4:30 p.m., so arrive early.

How much does it cost to drop off a load?

City residents pay $5.00 per load plus tax; non-city residents pay $12.00 per load plus tax. A tarping fee applies if your load is not secured.

Do I need proof of residency?

To get the $5 city-resident rate, yes. Acceptable documents include a utility bill, driver's license or valid ID card. Without proof you pay the non-resident rate.

Can I drop off recycling or tires here?

Recyclables are not accepted at this location. Tires are accepted, up to 5 auto/small-truck tires per customer, along with up to 2 appliances, 3 mattresses and 5 pallets. Construction debris and hazardous waste are not accepted.

Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source · source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

Contact & Location

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3512 Los Picaros Rd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87105
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City / State
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Opening Hours

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