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Cerro Colorado LF
LandfillPublicly ownedAlbuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico
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- 18000 Cerro Colorado SW, Albuquerque, NM 87121
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About this landfill
Cerro Colorado LF is a publicly owned landfill in Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, New Mexico. It is operated by City of Albuquerque, EHD, NM. The site opened in 1990 and is expected to keep accepting waste until about 2076. It took in about 649,558 tons of waste in 2022, making it the largest reporting landfill in New Mexico by volume.
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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.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the hours at Cerro Colorado LF?
We have not verified hours for this landfill yet. Most landfills open weekday mornings and many keep limited Saturday hours. Call the facility or check the City of Albuquerque, EHD, NM website before you go.
How much does it cost to dump at Cerro Colorado LF?
Most landfills 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 Cerro Colorado LF if I don't live in Bernalillo 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 Cerro Colorado LF?
The nearest other facility in our directory is Don Reservoir Convenience Center (transfer station), about 7.8 miles away in Bernalillo County, NM.
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Nearest other dumps and transfer stations
| Facility | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Don Reservoir Convenience Center Bernalillo County, NM | Transfer station | 7.8 mi |
| Montessa Park Convenience Center Bernalillo County, NM | Transfer station | 15.6 mi |
| Universal Waste Systems Inc. Valencia County, NM | Transfer station | 20.5 mi |
| Eagle Rock Convenience Center Bernalillo County, NM | Transfer station | 21.0 mi |
| Rio Rancho Landfill Sandoval County, NM | Landfill | 21.6 mi |
| Valencia County Regional Landfill Valencia County, NM | Landfill | 22.0 mi |