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About This Location

The WM Rio Rancho Landfill at 1132 33rd St NE is a permitted solid-waste disposal facility — primarily a landfill accepting trash and construction debris, not a traditional recycling drop-off center.

What this location Accepts

✓ Municipal solid waste (household trash)
✓ Construction and demolition debris
✓ Yard waste
✓ Contaminated soils
✓ Tires (disposal)
✓ Glass bottles (recycling drop-off, free)
✓ Cardboard (recycling drop-off, free)

Related recycling guides: Tires · Yard Waste · Glass · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Hazardous waste (paint, chemicals, solvents, pesticides)
✕ Electronics/e-waste (not accepted at this landfill)
✕ Non-Rio Rancho residential waste under the free-drop allowance

Fees

  • Disposal up to 1,000 lbs. (Rio Rancho WM account holders, once per month) — Free
  • Disposal over 1,000 lbs. or non-account visits — Standard gate rate applies — call scalehouse at (505) 433-6052 for current pricing

Programs & events

  • Free Monthly Resident Drop-Off — Rio Rancho residents with active WM accounts can dispose of up to 1,000 lbs. at no charge once per month; driver's license and current WM bill required

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the WM Rio Rancho Landfill a recycling center?

Not primarily. It is a licensed solid-waste landfill accepting trash, C&D debris, and yard waste for disposal. However, the facility does accept glass bottles and cardboard for recycling at no charge during normal hours.

Do Rio Rancho residents get free landfill drop-offs?

Yes — Rio Rancho residents with a current WM residential account can dispose of up to 1,000 lbs. free once per month. Bring a valid driver's license and a WM bill or payment confirmation dated within 60 days.

What is the scalehouse phone number for the Rio Rancho WM landfill?

The scalehouse direct line is (505) 433-6052. For general WM account and billing questions, call (866) 676-7150 or visit wm.com/us/en/location/nm/rio-rancho/.

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Contact & Location

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1132 33rd St NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
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City / State
Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Opening Hours

Monday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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