Dirt Facility Drop-Off Clean dirt can be dropped off at a reduced rate of $40/ton at the Devlin Road Transfer Station. Contaminated dirt is not accepted at the reduced rate – depending on the contaminants, it can be dropped off at the regular landfill rate. Residents can pick up unscreened fill dirt at no charge – call the Devlin Road Transfer Station for details (707) 258-9005. Dirt = C&D Waste Dirt is considered construction and demolition (C&D) waste. For information about disposal see Construction Materials. Too Heavy for the Garbage Dirt is too heavy to be disposed of through regular curbside collection. Do not put dirt in your garbage. Ways to Reuse Backyard Projects Keep leftover dirt to use for future backyard projects, such as raised garden beds or fixing low spots in your yard. You can store dirt in a few sturdy storage bins — just keep the bins out of the elements and direct sunlight. Give It Away Friends or neighbors may be in need of dirt for their own home projects. Consider posting your dirt on a local reselling website or app such as Nextdoor, Craigslist, Freecycle, or OfferUp. You can also try DirtMatch, an online dirt exchange connecting people who have dirt with people who need dirt. Give to a Landscaping Company Some landscaping companies need extra dirt, and may take your dirt for free. Some landscaping companies may charge a small fee to accept your dirt.
