Garbage - Recycling Services

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About Sanitary Disposal

All solid waste (garbage, recycling, etc.) in Hermiston is contracted by the local private company, Sanitary Disposal, Inc. (SDI).  SDI collects and manages all curbside garbage collection within the City limits of Hermiston, manages two free recycling centers, and operates a waste transfer station.

Sanitary Disposal
81144 N. Hwy 395
Hermiston, OR 97838
541-567-8842

Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday,  8AM to 5PM
Weekends, 9AM to 5PM
Closed Holidays

Recycling Services

There are currently two free recycling centers in the community. They are located at:

  • 81144 N. Hwy 395 &
  • 1692 NW Geer Road, near Theater Sports Park

Coming Soon - Curbside Recycling

Beginning in July 2025, Hermiston and other cities in Oregon with more than 10,000 residents will be required by state law to provide curbside recycling. The City is currently working with Sanitary Disposal Inc. to develop the program. Check back for more details.

For Customers inside of City limits

To start or change garbage service, for billing questions or to obtain a FREE Yard Trimming Disposal Permit, please contact:
City Hall
180 NE 2nd Street, Hermiston, OR 97838
541-567-5521

Please Note: Free residential yard trimming disposal permits are available to residential customers in good standing.

For customers outside of City limits

Please Contact Sanitary Disposal directly, at:  81144 N. Hwy 395, Hermiston, OR 97838; 541-567-8842