Dumps NearbyLandfillVerified October 2026
Chicago Grade Landfill
Chicago Grade Landfill is a landfill in San Luis Obispo County, CA, listed under Templeton. This is a privately run site; most take paying customers off the street, though some only serve commercial haulers. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, appliances and mattresses. San Luis Obispo County has 14 sites in our directory, including this one. EPA records show it took in about 60,745 tons of waste in 2022.
| Address | 2290 Homestead Road, Templeton, CA 93465 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | San Luis Obispo County, CA |
| Phone | (805) 466-2985 |
| Website | wasteconnections.com |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 7:30 am to 3 pm The operator's page also shows 8 a.m. opening in its FAQ; call to confirm. Closed Sundays and major holidays. |
| Fees | Fees unknown to us. Call and describe your load to get a quote. |
| Access | Private operator; paying customers are generally welcome |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Construction debris, Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Tires, Appliances, Mattresses, batteries, paint |
| Load cover | Loads must be covered or tied down |
| Operator | Chicago Grade Landfill, Inc. (privately owned) |
| Opened | 1970 |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: wasteconnections.com, iwma.specialdistrict.org. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in San Luis Obispo County
- San Luis Obispo County residents can drop off up to 15 gallons or 125 pounds of household hazardous waste per visit at no cost at IWMA facilities and collection events. Businesses must call (805) 782-8530 for an appointment. Source
- Free Bye Bye Mattress drop-off at Chicago Grade Landfill: up to 3 mattresses per day, Monday-Saturday. Source
- Loads must be covered or secured at county landfills. Uncovered or unsecured loads are charged double at Cold Canyon, Chicago Grade and Paso Robles. Source
Before you go
- A cargo net or tarp keeps bags and boards in place and saves an uncovered-load fee.
- Leave car batteries, paint and propane tanks at home; they need a separate drop-off.
- Check whether you need to book or register before your first visit.
- Expect a scale or a quick load check at the entrance.
Other landfills nearby
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pm Loads up to 1,000 lbs: $35 flatHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsMattresses
- Camp Roberts Landfill Landfill
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pm Loads up to 1,000 lbs: $35 flatHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsMattresses
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in San Luis Obispo County
All 14 drop-off sites in San Luis Obispo County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · California
Frequently asked questions
Where is Chicago Grade Landfill?
2290 Homestead Road, Templeton, CA 93465. Signs at the entrance usually point to the scale house first.
What can I drop off at Chicago Grade Landfill?
Chicago Grade Landfill is listed for household trash & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, appliances and mattresses.
Is Chicago Grade Landfill open to the public?
Private operator; paying customers are generally welcome.
When is Chicago Grade Landfill open?
Mon-Sat: 7:30 am to 3 pm. The operator's page also shows 8 a.m. opening in its FAQ; call to confirm. Closed Sundays and major holidays..
What other landfills are near Chicago Grade Landfill?
City of Paso Robles Landfill in Paso Robles (11 mi), Camp Roberts Landfill in San Miguel (18 mi) and Cold Canyon Landfill, INC. in San Luis Obispo (23 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Templeton?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is City of Paso Robles Landfill, about 11 miles away.
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