Sunderland Yard Recycling Facility

Recycling Center in Portland, Oregon

📍 9325 NE Sunderland Ave, Portland, OR 97211
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About This Location

Portland Bureau of Transportation's Sunderland Yard turns the city's fall leaf collection into compost available for sale to the public, and also accepts asphalt and concrete drop-offs at $10.20 per ton.

What this location Accepts

✓ Asphalt tipping (clean loads)
✓ Concrete tipping (clean loads)

What they do not accept

✕ Yard debris and organic waste
✕ Wood products
✕ Household recyclables (bottles, cans, cardboard, paper)
✕ Electronics or appliances
✕ Hazardous materials
✕ Mixed C&D debris (only clean asphalt/concrete accepted for tipping)

Fees

  • Asphalt/concrete tipping (clean load) — $10.20 per ton
  • Compost (from city leaf collection) — $27.50 per cubic yard (minimum $12.95 for 0.5 cu yd)
  • 3/4"-0 recycled concrete rock — $11.45 per ton
  • Screened dirt — Free

Programs & events

  • Annual Free Compost Days — Held each April around Earth Day. Portland residents can pick up compost at no charge. Check portland.gov/transportation for the current year's dates.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drop off my household recyclables or yard debris at Sunderland Yard?

No. Sunderland Yard does not accept household recyclables, yard debris, or wood products from the public. It is a city maintenance yard that processes materials from PBOT street operations. For household recycling and yard debris in Portland, contact Metro at 503-234-3000 or your curbside collection provider.

Can I bring a load of concrete or asphalt to Sunderland Yard?

Yes, the facility accepts clean asphalt and concrete tipping loads at $10.20 per ton. Mixed or contaminated loads may not be accepted. Payment is cash or credit card only.

Where can I get free compost or cheap recycled gravel in Portland?

Sunderland Yard sells compost made from the city's leaf collection at $27.50 per cubic yard and recycled concrete rock at $11.45 per ton. Screened dirt is available year-round at no charge. Free Compost Days are held each April — check portland.gov/transportation for dates.

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9325 NE Sunderland Ave, Portland, OR 97211
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Portland, Oregon

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30 AM–4:00 PM
Tuesday 6:30 AM–4:00 PM
Wednesday 6:30 AM–4:00 PM
Thursday 6:30 AM–4:00 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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