Transfer stationVerified October 2026
Central Processing Facility
Central Processing Facility is a transfer station in Contra Costa County, CA, listed under Richmond. It is privately operated. Private transfer stations generally accept loads from the public for a gate fee, but rules differ, so call before you go. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, household hazardous waste and electronics. Contra Costa County has 22 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 101 Pittsburg Ave, Richmond, CA 94801 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Contra Costa County, CA |
| Phone | (888) 412-9277 |
| Website | richmondca.gov |
| Hours | Wed-Sat: 9 am to 4 pm Closed noon to 12:30 pm |
| Fees | We have no rate sheet for this site. Expect a charge by weight, by load or a flat minimum. |
| Access | Privately run, usually open to the public for a gate fee |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Household hazardous waste, Electronics, paint, batteries |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: richmondca.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Contra Costa County
- Unincorporated Contra Costa (Republic Services residential customers): two free bulky-item curbside pickups per year (appliances, furniture/mattresses, tires), schedule at 925-685-4711; two free on-call cleanups per year for landfill material, up to 2 cubic yards. Source
- Contra Costa Health does not operate HHW sites; HHW goes to district facilities (Central San in Martinez, Delta Diablo in Pittsburg, Richmond facility) by service area. 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.
- Some private sites only serve contractors and haulers; check first.
- Unload quickly and safely: stay clear of heavy equipment on the tipping floor.
Other transfer stations nearby
- El Cerrito Recycling Center Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 4:30 pm Refuse minimum load (330 lb or less): $38.50 + $3.50 environmental compliance feeHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Central Marin Sanitation Agency (Cmsa) Transfer station
- Marin Sanitary Service Transfer Station Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsTiresScrap metal
- California Waste Solutions (Wood St.) Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- El Cerrito Recycling Center Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 4:30 pm Refuse minimum load (330 lb or less): $38.50 + $3.50 environmental compliance feeHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in Contra Costa County
All 22 drop-off sites in Contra Costa County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · California
Frequently asked questions
Where is Central Processing Facility?
101 Pittsburg Ave, Richmond, CA 94801. The map link above starts navigation from your location.
What can I drop off at Central Processing Facility?
Central Processing Facility is listed for household trash & bulky items, household hazardous waste and electronics.
Is Central Processing Facility open to the public?
Privately run, usually open to the public for a gate fee.
When is Central Processing Facility open?
Wed-Sat: 9 am to 4 pm. Closed noon to 12:30 pm.
What other transfer stations are near Central Processing Facility?
El Cerrito Recycling Center in El Cerrito (4.8 mi), Berkeley Solid Waste Management Center and Transfer Station in Berkeley (6.6 mi) and Central Marin Sanitation Agency (Cmsa) in San Rafael (7 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Richmond?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is El Cerrito Recycling Center, about 4.8 miles away.
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