Madera County, CA Trash & Recycling: Bulk Item Disposal (2026)

Bulky-item and large-volume disposal in unincorporated Madera County is handled two ways: through the exclusive franchise haulers and through county disposal facilities for self-haul. Roll-off bin services for construction debris and bulky waste require exclusive franchise authorization under County Code Chapter 7.24, so residents arranging a debris box for a cleanup or remodel should use the authorized franchise provider for their zone (Red Rock in the valley, Emadco in the mountains). For self-haul, the Fairmead Landfill / Mammoth Recycling Facility is at 21739 Road 19, Chowchilla, CA 93610, (559) 665-1310, open Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m. The North Fork Transfer Station, 33699 Road 274, North Fork, CA 93643, serves the mountain area Tuesday-Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and now accepts sharps. Household hazardous waste (paint, chemicals, batteries, etc.) is accepted free at the Fairmead facility on Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m. for county residents, with additional free drop-off events held periodically. Tipping fees apply at the landfill and transfer station for general loads. The county Public Works Engineering Services Division (559-675-7811) coordinates special waste collection and clean-up events; residents should call ahead to confirm acceptance of large or special items.