Algona Transfer Station

Longer vehicles now diverted from Algona, Houghton and Renton

As of May 2, vehicles measuring 25 feet or more are no longer allowed at King County's Algona, Houghton, and Renton transfer stations. Learn more:

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Vehicle restrictions: The maximum combined length limit for vehicles plus trailers (bumper-to-bumper) is 25 feet.

• Recycling services
• Fees
• Payment methods accepted
• Disposal restrictions
• Length limits for vehicles and trailers
• Safety guidelines
• Water conservation

If you are unsure about what is recyclable, call the Solid Waste Information Line at 206-477-4466 or submit your question online. Please keep recycling areas free of litter and garbage. Excess materials cannot be stored outside of bins.

Fees

See the disposal fees page for more details and for information on the Cleanup LIFT Discount for eligible customers.

Garbage

Minimum fee
$28.00 per entry (includes basic fee, surcharge and tax)

Per ton
$165.61 per ton (includes basic fee, surcharge and tax)
Note: Sedans and two-door hatchbacks pay only the minimum fee. All other vehicles will be weighed in and out, and charged for the actual weight disposed based on the per ton fee, with a minimum fee of $28.

Unsecured loads
$25 – strictly enforced
Since 1994, in accordance with state law RCW 70.93.097 external link and King County Code 10.12.040, the Solid Waste Division has assessed a fee to drivers of vehicles with unsecured loads arriving at its transfer facilities. An unsecured load is a load that has not been fastened in or attached to the vehicle with tarps, rope, straps, netting or chains, so as to prevent any part of the load or the covering from becoming loose, detached, or leaving the vehicle while the vehicle is moving. Gravity, speed, and weight are not load securing devices.

The fine for transporting an unsecured load on a public highway is $216. If an item falls out of or off your vehicle and causes bodily injury, you will be charged with a gross misdemeanor, which carries a penalty up to $5,000 and may include jail time. For safer roads and less litter, secure your load.

Payment methods accepted

• Visa^® MasterCard^® (debit/credit)
• Cash
• Checks - payable to "KCSWD"
• Due to a regional coin shortage, we prefer payments be made by card or with exact change.

Disposal restrictions at King County solid waste facilities

King County's solid waste facilities are designed to accept a wide range of materials; however, there are legal, operational and safety reasons why some materials are restricted. Visit the disposal restrictions page for details.

For more information, please visit the following resources: What Do I Do With…?, Take it Back Network, Waste acceptance and clearance, Household hazardous waste collection options, Business hazardous waste external link , or call customer service at 206-477-4466.

Length limit for vehicles and trailers

(Subject to operating conditions)

Total length from bumper to bumper may not exceed:
25 feet at Algona, Houghton and Renton
30 feet at Cedar Falls, Vashon
40 feet at Bow Lake, Enumclaw, Factoria and Shoreline

Transfer station safety guidelines

For your safety, please follow these guidelines when visiting the transfer station:

• Turn off your cell phone
• Keep children and pets in vehicle
• No smoking
• Watch for moving vehicles
• Use extreme caution
• Follow directions from station staff

Water conservation measures in effect at all facilities

All non-essential water use is prohibited. Customers may not use water to hose out their vehicles or to rinse garbage cans – use brooms instead.