Dumps NearbyTransfer stationVerified October 2026
Nambe Convenience Center
Nambe Convenience Center is a transfer station in Santa Fe, NM, in Santa Fe County. As a public facility it takes loads from residents; some public sites limit this to people who live in the area. Materials on record: household trash & bulky items, construction debris, household hazardous waste, tires, scrap metal and appliances. We list 12 other drop-off sites in Santa Fe County.
| Address | NM 503, Santa Fe, NM 87501 Directions |
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| County | Santa Fe County, NM |
| Phone | (505) 992-3010 |
| Website | santafecountynm.gov |
| Hours | Tue, Fri, Sat: 8 am to 5 pm Open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (county announcement of April 2024). Call (505) 992-3010 to confirm. |
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| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Santa Fe County residency (ID with county address, deed, lease or two recent utility bills) when buying a permit; residents inside city limits can buy only the 1-trip permit |
| Access | Operated by a local government agency |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Construction debris, Household hazardous waste, Tires, Scrap metal, Appliances, recycling, motor oil |
| Not accepted | commercial waste, liquids, hazardous waste, flammable and explosive materials, sewage and sludge, animal carcasses |
| Load cover | Loads must be covered or tied down |
| Payment | cash (Treasurer's Office only), check, money order |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: santafecountynm.gov, santafecountynm.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Santa Fe County
- Convenience center users must be Santa Fe County residents and hold a county permit; permits (punch cards) are bought at the Treasurer's Office, Public Works or satellite offices, not at the sites. Source
- Loads must be covered or secured and garbage bagged. Illegal dumping can be fined up to $500 and/or 60 days in jail for a first offense. Source
Before you go
- Tarp the load; uncovered loads often cost more at the gate.
- Ask before bringing tires or a fridge; many sites charge per item for them.
- Unload quickly and safely: stay clear of heavy equipment on the tipping floor.
Other transfer stations nearby
- El Prado Collection Center Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisTiresScrap metal
- Buckman Road Recycling and Transfer Station Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Tesuque Pueblo Transfer Station Transfer station
- 12-punch permit: $110 ($100 discounted)Household trash & bulky itemsTiresScrap metalAppliances
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- 12-punch permit: $110 ($100 discounted)Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Buckman Road Recycling and Transfer Station Transfer stationHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in Santa Fe County
All 13 drop-off sites in Santa Fe County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · New Mexico
Frequently asked questions
Where is Nambe Convenience Center?
NM 503, Santa Fe, NM 87501. Directions open in Google Maps on your phone or computer.
What can I drop off at Nambe Convenience Center?
Nambe Convenience Center is listed for household trash & bulky items, construction debris, household hazardous waste, tires, scrap metal and appliances. Not accepted: commercial waste, liquids, hazardous waste, flammable and explosive materials, sewage and sludge and animal carcasses.
Can non-residents use Nambe Convenience Center?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Santa Fe County residency (ID with county address, deed, lease or two recent utility bills) when buying a permit; residents inside city limits can buy only the 1-trip permit.
How much does it cost to dump at Nambe Convenience Center?
12-punch permit: $110 ($100 discounted); 6-punch permit: $55 ($50 discounted); 3-punch permit: $27.50; 1-trip permit: $18. County permit prices; each punch covers 5 cubic yards; discounts for ages 65+, veterans and low income. Permits are sold at county offices, not at the site.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Nambe Convenience Center open?
Tue, Fri, Sat: 8 am to 5 pm. Open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (county announcement of April 2024). Call (505) 992-3010 to confirm..
What other transfer stations are near Nambe Convenience Center?
El Prado Collection Center in Santa Fe (2.2 mi), Buckman Road Recycling and Transfer Station in Santa Fe (5.8 mi) and Santa Fe County Tesuque Transfer Station in Santa Fe (6.6 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Santa Fe?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is El Dorado Convenience Center, about < 1 miles away.
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