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Vandenberg Air Force Base LF
Vandenberg Air Force Base LF is a landfill in Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA, in Santa Barbara County. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items. It is one of 19 drop-off sites we list in Santa Barbara County. It handled about 8,482 tons of waste in 2009 (EPA LMOP).
| Address | SE of Washington and New Mexico Avenue, Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA 93437 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Santa Barbara County, CA |
| Hours | Not listed yet. The phone number above is the fastest way to check. |
| Fees | Fees unknown to us. Call and describe your load to get a quote. |
| Access | Government-operated drop-off |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items |
| Operator | United States Air Force (publicly owned) |
| Opened | 1941 |
Listed by the U.S. EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program. Not yet checked by us. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Santa Barbara County
- The City of Lompoc charges $40.00 per 15-minute interval for curbside bulky item collection (rate schedule effective July 1, 2026); check with your hauler or city for the service available at your address. Source
- Many South Coast drop-off sites accept e-waste, batteries, paint, oil and antifreeze free of charge for residents; call ahead for current details and rates. Source
Before you go
- Confirm the schedule: many drop-offs close on holidays and some weekdays.
- Bring a tarp and straps. Most dumps want loads secured.
- Liquids, paint and chemicals usually go to a hazardous waste site, not the dump.
- Load the heaviest items last so they come off first.
Other landfills nearby
- City of Lompoc SLF Landfill Landfill
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 4 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsTiresAppliances
- Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Sat: 11 am to 3 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in Santa Barbara County
All 19 drop-off sites in Santa Barbara County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · California
Frequently asked questions
Where is Vandenberg Air Force Base LF?
SE of Washington and New Mexico Avenue, Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA 93437. Tap Directions to get there from where you are.
What can I drop off at Vandenberg Air Force Base LF?
Vandenberg Air Force Base LF is listed for household trash & bulky items. Call ahead, because accepted items can change.
Is Vandenberg Air Force Base LF open to the public?
Government-operated drop-off, as far as our sources show.
What other landfills are near Vandenberg Air Force Base LF?
City of Lompoc SLF Landfill in Lompoc (6.6 mi), City of Lompoc Sanitary Landfill in Lompoc (6.9 mi) and Santa Maria Regional Landfill in Santa Maria (18 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Vandenberg Air Force Base?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Nipomo HHW Facility, about 21 miles away.
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