Roslyn – Cle Elum Dump (Transfer Station): Hours, Address, and Drop-Off Guide
The Roslyn – Cle Elum dump — officially the Upper Kittitas Transfer Station — is the primary solid waste drop-off facility for residents of Roslyn, Ronald, Cle Elum, and unincorporated Upper Kittitas County. It is operated by Kittitas County Solid Waste and is open Tuesday through Saturday. This is not a landfill — waste you drop off here is transferred to a regional disposal facility, not buried on site.
What Are the Hours for the Roslyn – Cle Elum Dump?
The Roslyn – Cle Elum dump (Upper Kittitas Transfer Station) is open Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, with a mid-day closure from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm. It is closed Sunday and Monday. According to Kittitas County Solid Waste, hours are subject to change — call ahead during holidays or severe weather.
- Open: Tuesday – Saturday
- Morning hours: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
- Closed for lunch: 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm
- Afternoon hours: 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
- Closed: Sunday and Monday
Note: The Upper Kittitas area is growing rapidly and the dump can get busy, particularly on Saturday mornings. Arriving early in the morning or mid-week reduces wait time.
Where Is the Roslyn – Cle Elum Dump Located?
The Roslyn – Cle Elum dump is located at 50 #5 Mine Road, between Roslyn and Cle Elum, near the schools along SR-903. The facility is managed by Kittitas County Solid Waste.
- Address: 50 #5 Mine Road, Cle Elum, WA
- Phone: (509) 674-5890
- Located on: SR-903, between Roslyn and Cle Elum near the school campus
- County operator: Kittitas County Solid Waste
How Does the Roslyn – Cle Elum Transfer Station Work?
The Roslyn – Cle Elum Transfer Station operates as a staffed drop-off facility — a transfer station worker directs each vehicle to a spot, and patrons back in and unload onto a paved flat surface. You do not drive into a landfill or dump into an open pit.
Step-by-step drop-off process:
- Pull into the facility during operating hours (Tuesday–Saturday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm)
- A transfer station worker will direct you to a drop-off spot
- Back your vehicle into position as instructed
- Unload your waste onto the paved surface
- Follow any instructions from the attendant regarding sorting or placement
Is the Roslyn – Cle Elum Dump Actually a Landfill?
No — the Roslyn – Cle Elum dump is not a landfill or open dump, despite the name locals use for it. It is a staffed transfer station where household waste is collected and then transported to a larger regional disposal facility. Waste you drop off here does not stay on site permanently. Kittitas County Solid Waste operates it as a collection and transfer point — the dump name is informal, but accurate enough for what residents use it for.
What Other Dump Options Are Near Roslyn and Cle Elum?
Kittitas County residents who need an alternative dump or transfer station have two options managed by Kittitas County Solid Waste: the Ellensburg Transfer Station and Ryegrass Landfill, both located near Ellensburg approximately 25 miles southeast of Cle Elum.
Ellensburg Transfer Station
- Address: 1001 Industrial Way, Ellensburg, WA 98926
- Phone: (509) 962-7072
- Hours: Monday – Saturday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ryegrass Landfill
- Address: 25900 Vantage Highway, Ellensburg, WA 98926
- Phone: (509) 856-0299
The Ellensburg Transfer Station offers one additional day of service (open Monday) compared to the Roslyn – Cle Elum location, making it an option if you miss the Tuesday–Saturday window at the Upper Kittitas facility.
Does Roslyn or Cle Elum Have Curbside Garbage Pickup?
Yes — curbside garbage and recycling pickup is available in Roslyn and Cle Elum through Waste Management. Service arrangements differ by jurisdiction: Roslyn and unincorporated Kittitas County are on one account structure, and Cle Elum is handled separately. If you prefer not to make the drive to the transfer station, curbside pickup is the alternative for regular household waste.
Waste Management — Roslyn, Ronald, and Unincorporated Kittitas County
- Provider: Waste Management
- Service area: Roslyn, Ronald, and unincorporated Kittitas County addresses
- Services: Curbside garbage pickup and recycling
- Contact: Waste Management Kittitas County residential services
Waste Management — Cle Elum
- Provider: Waste Management
- Service area: Cle Elum city addresses
- Services: Curbside garbage pickup and recycling
- Contact: Waste Management Cle Elum residential services
Contact Waste Management directly to confirm pickup day, bin size options, and current rates for your address. Service schedules in Upper Kittitas County can vary by road and subdivision.
Reported by Ron the Web Guy. roselum.com covers Roslyn, Cle Elum, and Upper Kittitas County with original local information and firsthand photos. Verify current hours and fees directly with Kittitas County Solid Waste before your visit.