Matanuska-Susitna Borough Solid Waste Division

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Matanuska-Susitna Borough Solid Waste Division Disposal options for household waste, scrap metal, and specific hazardous waste items. Recycling and We cannot accept commercial size units at this facility.

The Big Lake Transfer Station is a facility utilized to consolidate the loads of several waste collection deliveries into a single, larger container for shipment to the final disposal site at the Central Landfill in Palmer. This facility consists of two 120 cubic yard semitrailers adjacent to a concrete retaining wall for the collection of waste. We have a Connex for the collection of antifreeze, batteries, cooking oil, motor oil and latex paint. We accept barbecue size empty propane bottles and standard house hold size refrigerators and freezers with the contents and doors removed. Loads may not exceed five cubic yards in volume. Loads may not exceed 8 feet in length. This is due to the limitations of the transport container. These types of loads will be redirected to the Central Landfill in Palmer. All loads must be secured when arriving at the facility or an unsecured load fee will be charged. Loads may be secured to vehicle with rope, bungee, net, tarp, etc. Please be mindful that staff working at the facility are upholding Borough Policy. They do not establish the rates or fees, nor do they establish the limitations of the facility. Abusive language will not be tolerated and disagreement may result in redirection to the Central Landfill in Palmer for disposal.

Starting today, September 1, the new Residential Entrance at Central Landfill is open. When visiting, please proceed pas...
09/01/2026

Starting today, September 1, the new Residential Entrance at Central Landfill is open. When visiting, please proceed past Animal Care and VCRS to the top of the hill.

HOLIDAY CLOSURE NOTICE:The Matanuska-Susitna Borough Central Landfill located at 1201 N. 49th State Street, Palmer, and ...
08/31/2026

HOLIDAY CLOSURE NOTICE:

The Matanuska-Susitna Borough Central Landfill located at 1201 N. 49th State Street, Palmer, and all Borough Transfer Stations will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.

If you have any questions please contact the Solid Waste Administration Office during business hours (8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday) at 907-861-7600 or visit http://solidwaste.matsugov.us

08/31/2026

The new residential entrance at Central Landfill opens Tuesday, September 1.

To access the new entrance, take a right at the stop sign when approaching the old Landfill gates at the end of 49th State St. From there, continue on past Animal Care and VCRS. The new entrance gate sits at the top of the hill.

Staff will be available to answer questions and direct traffic. We appreciate your patience during this transition.

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08/31/2026
08/05/2026
HOLIDAY CLOSURE NOTICE:The Matanuska-Susitna Borough Central Landfill located at 1201 N. 49th State Street, Palmer, and ...
06/30/2026

HOLIDAY CLOSURE NOTICE:

The Matanuska-Susitna Borough Central Landfill located at 1201 N. 49th State Street, Palmer, and all Borough Transfer Stations will be closed on Saturday, July 4, 2026, in observance of Independence Day.

If you have any questions please contact the Solid Waste Administration Office during business hours (8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday) at 907-861-7600 or visit SolidWaste.MatsuGov.Us.

06/23/2026

There was a fire at Central Landfill Monday night that started around 5:30 PM in the C&D cell. The fire was extinguished at 1:24 AM.

It was likely caused from a lithium battery mixed with C&D material that was compacted by our equipment and exploded in the cell causing the fire.

Lithium batteries should be separated from all waste and disposed of at our HHW drop off facility where they are accepted at no charge.

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06/14/2026

⚠️6/14/26 CLOSURE NOTICE⚠️

Due to high winds, Central Landfill is currently closed.

Address

13582 Hollywood Road
Big Lake, AK
99652

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+19078617611

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