Blanding Transfer Station reopens, grand opening is November 14

The topic of trash is an exciting one. After a long process, we are pleased to announce Blanding will have a transfer station back. Blanding City and San Juan County have come together to offer a local option for waste management. It will be located at 62 East Blanding Transfer Road. The same location it was set up in before but it’s going to be better this time.

The Blanding Transfer Station will be another drop point for limited waste. Pricing will match the county Transfer Stations and the Landfill. This will only be open two days a week, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Friday and Saturday. We anticipate this to be a great success.

Like the other transfer stations, it is only for residential waste, not commercial. There are certain items that will not be accepted. Among those are construction materials, cement/asphalt, dead animals, tree stumps over 100 lbs, liquids (paint, solvent, cooking oil, pesticides, herbicides, antifreeze, etc.), and propane tanks. A complete list is located on the county website. This site will collect batteries. So, remember to pull them from your items before they make it into the trash.

The moment many of you have been waiting for is finally here. Recycling. Scream it from the roof tops. It’s coming to a place near you! Please come visit the Landfill south of White Mesa or check out La Sal’s Transfer Station to see the complete setup. There are 8 large IBC storage containers that have been modified with lids to collect different recyclables. There is also a roll off bin for cardboard. We are excited for this set up to also launch at the Blanding Transfer Station.

We offer source separated recycling. This means that users sort out the recyclables by material. With your help, we can reduce processing costs and limit the waste that goes to the Landfill. Everything you bring in for recycling must be properly prepared. Cardboard must be broken down. Food waste must be washed from cans or bottles. This helps to lower contamination and yield the cleanest materials for our recyclers. But guess what? All the bins are labeled with pictures and information to help you sort out your materials!

Once the bins are full, they get transported to Moab Solutions or Canyonlands Solid Waste Authority. These partnerships have allowed us to join the recycling market. It is important to recycle as there are many benefits. It has been calculated that a 35% reduction of waste gets pulled to be recycled in the whole State of Utah.

San Juan County’s recycling numbers are far lower. Recent studies show that a staggering 75% could and should be recycled. At that rate, can you imagine how much longer the lifespan of the landfill would be extended? We are excited to offer this service at the Blanding Transfer Station. We need your help to increase our percentage rate for recycled goods.

So in honor of America Recycles Day (11/15), join us on Saturday, November 14 from 10 am to 5 pm for our Grand Opening Recycling Event. Bring in some recyclables and participate in our event, and get a free hot dog. Can’t wait to see you there!