8:55 a.m., June 20, Refuse Transfer Facilities Update
Published on June 20, 2025
Below is the current service status of Kaua‘i’s refuse transfer stations and the Kekaha Landfill as of 8:55 a.m., June 20.
Hanalei Refuse Transfer Station
Current Status: As of June 20, loose mixed waste is now being accepted. Due to staffing issues with the contractor, scrap metal and metal appliances recycling will be closed until further notice. All other services are available.
Regular Operating Hours: 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Green waste is open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: 5-3751 Kuhio Hwy, Princeville
Kapa'a Refuse Transfer Station
Current Status: CLOSED for renovations through December 2025. However, green waste collection at Kapa‘a RTS is open. Hours are 7:15 to 3:15
Additionally, residential bagged trash will be accepted Friday to Sunday at the Kapa‘a Base Yard located at 4900 Kahau Road, in Kapa‘a, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: 5051 Kahi Rd, Kapaʻa
Līhu‘e Refuse Transfer Station
Current Status: All services are available.
Construction and demolition debris must be cut to 3-foot lengths. Pallets must be cut into quarters. Līhu‘e does not accept scrap metal or appliances.
Regular Operating Hours: 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Location: 3450 Ahukini Road, Līhu‘e
Hanapēpē Refuse Transfer Station
Current Status: Due to staffing issues with the contractor, scrap metal and metal appliances recycling will be closed until further notice. All other services are available.
Regular Operating Hours: 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Location: 4380 Lele Road, Hanapēpē
Kekaha Landfill
Current Status: Due to staffing issues with the contractor, scrap metal and metal appliances recycling will be closed until further notice. All other services are available.
Regular Operating Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: 6900 Kaumuali‘i Hwy, Kekaha
All locations are open daily, except on holidays. For more information, please visit www.kauai.gov/transferstations or call the Solid Waste Division at (808) 241-4841. For weekend updates, call (808) 212-4683.
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