Los Alamos County Enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions May 4, 2025

Due to ongoing dry conditions and prevailing high winds, Fire Marshal Cordova of the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) has enacted fire restrictions to Stage 1 effective May 4, within the boundaries of Los Alamos County to safeguard public health and safety, as well as protect lands, structures, natural and historical artifacts. To view the order and read the full press release click below.

County Enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions 5/4

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Trash and Recycling

Los Alamos County Environmental Services provides a variety of waste management and sustainability services for both residential and commercial customers. We collect trash, recycling, and yard trimmings, and accept household hazardous waste at the Eco Station on a set schedule. Our team also offers free landscaping materials for residential pickup and other community services. We operate both the Eco Station and the Overlook Convenience Center, ensuring convenient waste disposal options for the community.

Residential Trash and Recycling

Trash Pickup and Recycling Services for Residences.

Commercial Trash and Recycling

Trash and Recycling Services for Commercial Customers.

Transfer Station Services

This page contains information about the Eco Transfer station, Overlook Transfer Station and

Landscaping Material

We provide landscape materials (yard trimming mulch, pallet mulch, and compost) to residents and non-resident. Learn more.

Recycle Coach

We've been taught to recycle. Now it's time to learn to recycle correctly.

Zero Waste Los Alamos

Zero Waste means reducing waste through conscious consumption and conservation measures to minimize the amount of trash sent to landfills.

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