Transfer stationVerified October 2026
Sky Harbor Transfer Station
Sky Harbor Transfer Station is a transfer station in Phoenix, AZ, in Maricopa County. As a public facility it takes loads from residents; some public sites limit this to people who live in the area. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush and appliances. It is one of 157 drop-off sites we list in Maricopa County.
| Address | 2425 S 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Maricopa County, AZ |
| Phone | (602) 454-2050 |
| Website | tempe.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 6 am to 5 pm Sat: 6 am to 2 pm Closed Sundays and major holidays; last load 30 minutes before closing |
| Fees |
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| Access | Operated by a local government agency |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Construction debris, Yard waste & brush, Appliances |
| Not accepted | hazardous waste, batteries, liquids, tires, electronics, car bodies |
| Operator | Waste Management |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: tempe.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Maricopa County
- Maricopa County runs six rural transfer stations (open to county residents, no scales, fees per vehicle load) and is evaluating closing or privatizing all of them; confirm status before visiting. Source
- Phoenix and Scottsdale offer at-home household hazardous waste pickup for city solid waste customers (Phoenix: one free collection per year per customer). Source
Before you go
- Strap down furniture and cover light material so nothing blows out on the way.
- Leave car batteries, paint and propane tanks at home; they need a separate drop-off.
- Load the heaviest items last so they come off first.
Other transfer stations nearby
- US Waste Transfer Station Transfer station
- UWS Universal Waste Systems Inc Transfer station
- Skunky's Junk Removal Transfer station
- Recycle America Phoenix Transfer station
- Phoenix (7th Street) Transfer Station Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Wed, Fri, Sat: 7 am to 1 pm
- Tempe Household Hazardous Waste Collection Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
More in Maricopa County
All 157 drop-off sites in Maricopa County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Arizona
Frequently asked questions
Where is Sky Harbor Transfer Station?
2425 S 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034. Tap Directions to get there from where you are.
What can I drop off at Sky Harbor Transfer Station?
Sky Harbor Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush and appliances. Not accepted: hazardous waste, batteries, liquids, tires, electronics and car bodies.
Is Sky Harbor Transfer Station open to the public?
Operated by a local government agency. Call if you are hauling for a business.
How much does it cost to dump at Sky Harbor Transfer Station?
Freon appliance: $45 each; Safety vest: $1.25; Hard hat: $7.00. Free for Tempe curbside/alley customers: one trip per month up to 1,000 lb; above that the gate rate applies (not stated on page). Source checked October 2026.
When is Sky Harbor Transfer Station open?
Mon-Fri: 6 am to 5 pm; Sat: 6 am to 2 pm. Closed Sundays and major holidays; last load 30 minutes before closing.
What other transfer stations are near Sky Harbor Transfer Station?
US Waste Transfer Station in Phoenix (< 1 mi), UWS Universal Waste Systems Inc in Phoenix (< 1 mi) and Skunky's Junk Removal in Tempe (1.1 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Phoenix?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Tempe Household Products Collection Center, about 4.4 miles away.
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