9:45 a.m., June 8, Refuse Transfer Facilities Update

Published on June 08, 2026

Below is the current service status of Kaua‘i’s refuse transfer stations and the Kekaha Landfill as of 9:45 a.m., June 8.

Hanalei Refuse Transfer Station

Current Status: Due to equipment issues, the Hanalei Refuse Transfer Station will not be accepting loose refuse until further notice, bagged refuse only. 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: The facility is open and is accepting bagged and loose refuse, as well as offering recycling services for scrap metal, used oil, appliances, tires, and propane tanks. Hours are 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Regular Operating Hours: 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. 

Location: 5051 Kahi Rd, Kapaʻa

Līhu‘e Refuse Transfer Station

Current Status: All services are available.

Regular Operating Hours: 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Location: 3450 Ahukini Road, Līhu‘e

Hanapēpē Refuse Transfer Station (NEW UPDATE)

Current Status: Due to equipment issues, the Hanapēpē Refuse Transfer Station is not accepting loose, only bagged refuse. 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: All 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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