Free Disposal Dumpster Day Events 2024
Clean California Initiative- Free Dumpsters Available at Select Locations to Prevent Illegal Dumping and Highway Debris
SAN DIEGO & IMPERIAL –Caltrans District 11 is announcing Clean California Dump Day events in San Diego and Imperial counties. Caltrans welcomes the public to bring non-hazardous, unwanted items to the nearest Dump Day event where staff will be on-site to accept household waste and approved debris free of charge.
The dump day events are part of Governor Gavin Newsom’s Clean California initiative, a sweeping $1.2 billion, multiyear clean-up effort led by Caltrans to keep roads and waterways free of litter, create thousands of jobs and transform state and local public spaces through beautification efforts. Caltrans has held more than 30 such events in San Diego and Imperial Counties since launching Clean California July 2022.
"One of Clean California’s goals is to create a cultural shift of shared responsibility and community pride, educating the public on how to manage and decrease our trash, and keep our roads and communities clean”, said former Caltrans District 11 Director Gustavo Dallarda. “These events provide people the opportunity to dispose of items properly and free of charge, potentially preventing illegal dumping along highways, roads, and waterways."
Next Free Disposal Events
Saturday, April 20th, 8 AM to 12 PM
- Chula Vista Maintenance Yard: 570 C St., Chula Vista 91910
- Imperial Valley Fairgrounds: 200 E. Second St., Imperial 92251
Prohibited items
That will not be accepted include hazardous waste (batteries, paint, oils, flammables, etc.), construction debris (concrete, dirt, asphalt, asbestos), compressed gas, aerosols, treated wood waste, refrigerators, and freezers. Four mattresses and four tires separated from the rims per household will be accepted.
Scheduled events and prohibited items are subject to change. Additional events may be added as Caltrans partners with local public agencies, non-government organizations, and community groups. For the most up to date information, visit CleanCA.com, dot.ca.gov/caltrans-near-me/district-11, or follow @SDCaltrans on Facebook and Twitter.
Caltrans reminds motorists to properly secure and tarp all cargo loads prior to driving. Transporting unsecured loads is unsafe, illegal, and pollutes California's roads and waterways. Loads that are not tied down, enclosed, or secured by tarps or other means, will not be accepted.
