Resource Recovery Facility

The Resource Recovery Facility (RRF) includes a sanitary landfill, recycling center, greenwaste drop-off area, and Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Facility.

Location:
The City of Santa Cruz Resource Recovery Facility and Recycling Center is located at 605 Dimeo Lane, which intersects Highway 1 about 3 miles north of the City limits.

The RRF is open to City of Santa Cruz residents and businesses. North County residents may use the facility but must pay a 28% surcharge above the established rates. An ID is required.

Usage Restrictions and Proof of Residency

Hours:
The Resource Recovery Facility and Recycling Center is open Monday through Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and closed on Sundays, with the following exceptions:

Refuse Disposal
The City maintains and operates the sanitary landfill for use by the City refuse operation and private individuals and businesses from the city. Ensures that the landfill meets all state and federal regulatory requirements. Operates and performs field maintenance on equipment and pumps used at landfill. 

Drop-Off Recycling Center

Usage Restrictions and Proof of Residency 

Curbside Recycling Collection (Sanitation) [PDF]

Recycling Processing
Operates and maintains the recycling drop-off and processing center at the City landfill. Accepts, sorts and processes recyclable items, such as newspapers, plastics, metals, glass, used oil, appliances, etc. and sell materials to commercial markets. 

Watch “Santa Cruz Recycles” Video
Watch what happens to your recyclables - from house, to cart, to truck, to sorting, to baling and then resale to make new products.