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Opaline Tipping Station
Transfer stationPublicly ownedMelba, Owyhee County, Idaho
- Hours
- Mon, Fri, Sat 9am–5pm (from map data, may be outdated)
- Fees
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- Accepts
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- Who can use it
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- Phone
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- Address
- 11599 State Highway 78, Melba, ID 83641
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About this transfer station
Opaline Tipping Station is a publicly owned transfer station in Melba, Owyhee County, Idaho. It is operated by Owyhee County. At a transfer station you drop off your trash and bulky items; the waste is then consolidated and trucked to a landfill. Transfer stations are usually closer to town than a landfill and are often the easier place to unload a pickup or trailer.
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Before you haul a load here
- Secure and cover your load. Most facilities charge extra or turn away untarped loads.
- Separate items. Keep tires, appliances, mattresses, electronics and yard waste apart from household trash — they're usually charged or unloaded separately.
- Bring ID and payment. Many public sites check residency, and some take cash or check only.
- Leave hazardous waste at home. Paint, chemicals, batteries, propane tanks and motor oil go to household hazardous waste drop-offs, not the regular tipping floor.
Full checklist: what to know before going to the dump →
Frequently asked questions
What are the hours at Opaline Tipping Station?
Posted hours are Mon, Fri, Sat 9am–5pm. Hours change around holidays and bad weather, so call ahead before you load up.
How much does it cost to dump at Opaline Tipping Station?
Most transfer stations charge by weight at the scale house, with a minimum charge for small loads, and add separate fees for tires, appliances with refrigerant, and mattresses. We have not verified this location's rates — ask when you call.
Can I use Opaline Tipping Station if I don't live in Owyhee County?
Many publicly owned facilities give residents lower rates or limit self-haul to residents. Bring ID showing your address and confirm the rules by phone first.
What is the closest other dump to Opaline Tipping Station?
The nearest other facility in our directory is Pickles Butte SLF (landfill), about 5.8 miles away in Canyon County, ID.
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Nearest other dumps and transfer stations
| Facility | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pickles Butte SLF Canyon County, ID | Landfill | 5.8 mi |
| Ada County Landfill Ada County, ID | Landfill | 28.9 mi |
| Lytle Boulevard Landfill Malheur County, OR | Landfill | 39.4 mi |
| Simco Road Regional Landfill Elmore County, ID | Landfill | 41.5 mi |
| Clay Peak Landfill Payette County, ID | Landfill | 46.0 mi |
| Bennett Road Landfill Elmore County, ID | Landfill | 61.1 mi |