Transfer stationVerified October 2026
Gateway Transfer Station
You will find Gateway Transfer Station in Gateway, CO. It is a transfer station in Mesa County. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, electronics and mattresses. Mesa County has 11 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 448 Trail Rd, Gateway, CO Directions |
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| County | Mesa County, CO |
| Phone | (970) 283-5690 |
| Website | mesacounty.us |
| Hours | 1st and 3rd Sat of each month: 9 am to 12 pm |
| Fees |
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| Access | Government-operated drop-off |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Electronics, Mattresses, recycling |
| Not accepted | business waste, hazardous waste, liquids, appliances, furniture, construction debris, tires, out-of-county waste |
| Load cover | Loads must be covered or tied down |
| Payment | cash, check |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: mesacounty.us. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Mesa County
- All loads at Mesa County disposal sites must be covered and secured; uncovered loads are charged double. Loads must be tarped before arriving, not on or near the site. Source
- Out-of-county waste is not accepted at the Mesa County landfill or transfer stations. Source
- The landfill closes when conditions are unsafe (sustained winds of 25 mph, gusts of 55 mph, or lightning within 10 miles). Call (970) 241-6846 to check. Source
Before you go
- A cargo net or tarp keeps bags and boards in place and saves an uncovered-load fee.
- Ask before bringing tires or a fridge; many sites charge per item for them.
- Weekday mornings are often the quietest time at the scale.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Gateway Transfer Station Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsScrap metal
- Paradox Swd Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisTires
- Canyonlands Transfer Station Transfer station
- Monument Waste Services Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushTiresScrap metal
- Grand County Landfill and Recycle Center Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisTiresScrap metal
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Wed-Sat: 8 am to 4:15 pm E-waste: $0.80 per pound (1 pound minimum)Household hazardous wasteElectronicsAppliances
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4:45 pm … Residential hauler loose trash, per ton: $32Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in Mesa County
All 11 drop-off sites in Mesa County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Colorado
Frequently asked questions
Where is Gateway Transfer Station?
448 Trail Rd, Gateway, CO.
What can I drop off at Gateway Transfer Station?
Gateway Transfer Station is listed for household trash & bulky items, electronics and mattresses. Not accepted: business waste, hazardous waste, liquids, appliances, furniture and construction debris.
Is Gateway Transfer Station open to the public?
Government-operated drop-off; we have not confirmed residency rules yet.
How much does it cost to dump at Gateway Transfer Station?
Personal vehicle: $30 per load; Trailer under 10 ft: $30 per load; Truck and trailer under 10 ft: $60 per load; Mattress or box spring: $30 each. Rates as posted on the Mesa County transfer station page. Call to confirm current prices.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Gateway Transfer Station open?
1st and 3rd Sat of each month: 9 am to 12 pm.
What other transfer stations are near Gateway Transfer Station?
Gateway Transfer Station in Orchard Mesa (13 mi), Paradox Swd in Moab (22 mi) and Canyonlands Transfer Station in Moab (31 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Gateway?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Mesa County Landfill (Electronics/Hazardous Waste), about 35 miles away.
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