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South Bay Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility (Chula Vista Public Works Center)
Permanent drop-off A household hazardous waste drop-off site run by City of Chula Vista in Chula Vista, San Diego County, California.
- Address
- 1800 Maxwell Rd, Chula Vista, CA 91911
- Hours
- Wed and Sat 9:00 am-1:00 pm; closed the Saturday after Thanksgiving and some holidays
- Who can use it
- Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, National City and unincorporated San Diego County residents; bring a California driver license, ID card or recent utility bill
- Cost
- Free
- Appointment
- Not required
- Phone
- 619-691-5122
Call ahead. Hours, limits and accepted items change, and sites close for weather and holidays. Confirm with City of Chula Vista at 619-691-5122 before you load the car.
What you can bring
- ✓Paint
- ✓Batteries
- ✓Motor oil
- –Antifreeze
- ✓Gasoline
- ✓Fluorescent bulbs
- ✓Electronics
- –Propane
- ✓Pesticides
- ✓Pool chemicals
✓ accepted · ✕ not accepted · – not listed by the source. Exact wording from the official list is below.
Accepted (official list)Paints; pesticides; fertilizers; pool chemicals; photo chemicals; used motor oil and filters; fluorescent lights; dry cell and automotive batteries; sharps/needles; cooking oil; fuel; electronics; vape pens (non-cannabis)
What they won’t take
The source does not list excluded items.
Limits
Quantity limits15 gallons or 125 pounds per vehicle
Rules and residency
Who can use itChula Vista, Imperial Beach, National City and unincorporated San Diego County residents; bring a California driver license, ID card or recent utility bill
Nearby alternatives
Distances are straight-line from this site. Most programs only serve their own residents: check “who can use it” first.
- Collection event · 2 mi away · 4885 Del Sol Blvd, San Diego, CA 92154 · Date: Sat, Nov 14, 2026
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- Collection event · 12 mi away · Park Blvd and Presidents Way, San Diego, CA 92101 · Date: Sat, Dec 19, 2026
- Collection event · 12 mi away · 8184 Commercial St, La Mesa, CA 91942 · Date: Sat, Dec 5, 2026Who can use it: Incorporated City of La Mesa and Lemon Grove residents
- Permanent drop-off · 15 mi away · 925 O'Connor St, El Cajon, CA 92020Who can use it: City of El Cajon residents by appointment; temporarily closed to unincorporated residents
- Home pickup
- Permanent drop-off · 324 Maple St, Ramona, CA 92065Who can use it: Unincorporated San Diego County residents; proof of residency
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FAQ
Who can use South Bay Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility (Chula Vista Public Works Center)?
Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, National City and unincorporated San Diego County residents; bring a California driver license, ID card or recent utility bill
Is it free?
Free
Do I need an appointment?
No appointment is required, according to the official page.
Can I bring old paint?
Accepted: Paints.
Last checked Tue, Oct 20, 2026, checked against the program’s own official page. Sources:
- www.chulavistaca.gov/departments/clean/environmental-services/hazardous-waste
- www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/dpw/recycling/hhw/chd_hhwfacilities.html
- dtsc.ca.gov/household-hazardous-waste/