Illegal Dumping
Disposing of grass clippings, shrubs, and household goods on public or private lands is ILLEGAL. Violators may be subject to a $1,000 fine and/or six months in jail.
The Washoe County Health District, U.S. Forest Service, Sheriff's Department, and Bureau of Land Management conduct routine surveillances to apprehend any illegal dumpers.
To report an illegal dumping in progress, contact the following public safety dispatch numbers:
- Reno and unincorporated areas - 334-2121
- Sparks - 353-2231
To provide information on the location of an illegal dumpsite, call the Health District at 328-2434. Residents may be eligible for a monetary reward in the information provided results in a conviction.
Deserts and canyons are not the place to dispose of yard waste, household goods and other debris. Lockwood Landfill will accept yard waste and other bulky items such as furniture and appliances any day of the week.
LOCKWOOD LANDFILL
I-80 East at Lockwood Exit
Monday thru Friday 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Phone: 342-0401
Use of local transfer stations is also recommended. Transfer stations accept everything from household debris to furniture to yard waste. Consult the yellow pages for private haulers who will remove waste and debris from your property.
| Transfer Station | Address | Phone number | Hours* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sage Street Transfer Station | 1900 E. Commercial Row Reno, NV | 329-8822 | Monday - Saturday 6 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
| Stead Transfer Station | 3890 Mount Anderson Stead, NV | 972-9160 | Monday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 pm |
| Incline Transfer Station | 1076 Tahoe Blvd., Hwy 28 Incline Village, NV | 831-2971 | Monday - Friday , 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
| Gerlach Transfer Station | Hwy 34, 1 mile north of town | 575-1754 | Mon-Fri, 7 am-4:30 pm, Sat/Sun 8 am-4:30 pm |
* - Call Waste Management at 775-329-8822 to check current operating hours, as hours can change by the season.
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