Due to ongoing dry conditions and prevailing high winds, Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova of the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) has elevated fire restrictions to Stage 2, effective May 28, 2026 within the boundaries of Los Alamos County to safeguard public health and safety, as well as protect lands, structures, natural and historical artifacts.
Next date: Friday, July 10, 2026 | 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM
Los Alamos County’s Environmental Services will accept household hazardous waste on a monthly schedule and new hours. Residents who already pay for curbside collection can drop off household hazardous waste at the Eco Transfer Station.
Accepted items include: Smoke Detectors, Lightbulbs. Aerosol Spray Cans, Automotive Fluids, Corrosives, Cleaners, Photographic Flammable Solvents, Fuels, Items Containing Mercury, Oxidizers, Fertilizers, Pool Chemicals, Paints, Finishes, Stains, Pesticides and herbicides.
Note: You may dispose of Automotive Oil and Antifreeze 7 days a week.
Eco Station Transfer Station, 3701 E. Jemez Rd,, Los Alamos, NM, 87544, View Map
3701 E. Jemez Rd, , Los Alamos, NM 87544
Download a pdf version of the household hazardous waste schedule.
Hazardous Waste Schedule(PDF, 859KB)