Sage Street Transfer Station is a waste drop-off facility located at 1390 E. Commercial Row, Reno, NV 89512. The same location is currently identified in WM materials as the Commercial Row Transfer Station, while WMSolutions lists it as Refuse, Inc – Sage Transfer Station.
The facility provides a convenient disposal option for Reno-area residents and customers who need to drop off municipal solid waste and certain green or yard materials. Separate recycling drop-off locations are also available nearby on E. Commercial Row.
Sage Street Transfer Station Address
Sage / Commercial Row Transfer Station
1390 E. Commercial Row
Reno, NV 89512
The facility is located in central Reno near the I-80 and I-580 corridor, making it accessible from Reno, Sparks and surrounding Washoe County communities. The archived Sage Street page also described the location as being near the I-80/I-580 interchange.
WM Customer Service: (775) 329-8822
Hours of Operation
Current published hours for the Sage / Commercial Row Transfer Station are:
- Monday: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Tuesday: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Wednesday: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Sunday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Hours can change because of holidays, weather, operational conditions or other circumstances, so visitors should confirm facility information before making a special trip. WMSolutions specifically advises customers to verify acceptable materials and receiving hours with the facility.
Holiday Closures
The current WMSolutions facility listing shows the transfer station closed on:
- New Year’s Day
- Independence Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
Other listed federal holidays generally show regular operation, but holiday schedules should always be verified before visiting.
What Is a Transfer Station?
A transfer station is an intermediate waste-management facility where material can be received and consolidated before being transported for processing, recycling or final disposal.
Transfer stations help connect local collection and self-haul disposal with larger waste-management infrastructure. WM describes transfer stations as locations where municipal solid waste can be temporarily received before being transferred to larger vehicles for final disposal.
For Reno-area residents, a transfer station can be useful for household cleanouts, excess trash, yard projects and other waste that may not fit into normal curbside service.
What Materials Are Currently Accepted?
The current WMSolutions listing for Sage Transfer Station confirms acceptance of the following non-hazardous material categories:
Municipal Solid Waste
Municipal solid waste generally includes ordinary trash and garbage generated by households, businesses and institutions.
The current facility listing specifically identifies municipal solid waste as an acceptable non-hazardous material.
Yard Waste & Green Waste
The facility also currently lists yard waste/green waste as accepted. This category can include suitable vegetation and landscaping material, subject to facility requirements.
Because acceptance requirements can vary by material type, load and operating conditions, confirm unusual materials before hauling them to the station.
Does Sage Street Transfer Station Accept Hazardous Waste?
The current WMSolutions facility listing states that hazardous waste is not accepted at this transfer station.
Household hazardous waste—including materials such as paint, chemicals, batteries and similar items—requires specialized handling. Current WM information for Reno and Washoe County directs residents to contact customer service for details about accepted household hazardous waste and appropriate drop-off locations.
Do not assume that a hazardous or unusual item can be taken to Sage Street simply because it may have appeared in an older facility listing.
Recycling Drop-Off Near Sage Street
Recycling drop-off is available at separate locations close to the transfer station.
Mixed Recycling Drop-Off
1391 E. Commercial Row
Reno, NV 89512
Hours:
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Cardboard Recycling Drop-Off
1100 E. Commercial Row
Reno, NV 89512
Hours:
Monday – Friday
7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These locations help separate recyclable material from general trash before disposal.
Residential Transfer Station Drop-Off
Eligible Reno and Washoe County residential customers may have access to included transfer-station disposal benefits.
Current WM service materials state that qualifying Reno residents can dispose of one truckload of waste four times per year at no additional cost at participating transfer stations. Customers are required to provide a recent WM bill or matching identification and remain current on their account. Written authorization may be required when a tenant or another person uses the benefit on behalf of the account holder.
Washoe County materials similarly describe up to four residential truckload drop-offs per year, with identification/account requirements applying.
Eligibility depends on the customer’s service area and account, so residents should confirm their specific benefit before arriving.
Free Dump Requirements
Based on current regional WM information, customers using an included residential disposal benefit should be prepared to show:
- A recent qualifying waste-service bill, or
- Identification matching the service address
- An account that is current and in good standing
- Written permission when disposing on behalf of another qualifying customer, when required
The archived Sage Street page described the free-dump allowance as 3 cubic yards per visit, and current Washoe County information similarly describes a standard pickup-truck load as approximately 3 cubic yards.
Bulky Item Disposal
The historical Sage Street facility page identified bulky-item drop-off as one of the facility’s services and specifically referenced household items such as furniture, mattresses, box springs and appliances.
Because current material acceptance can differ from the archived list, anyone disposing of appliances, furniture or unusually large items should verify acceptance, preparation requirements and fees before arriving.
Construction & Demolition Debris
The archived Sage Street page also identified construction and demolition debris as a drop-off category. Examples listed in the historical content included materials associated with remodeling and demolition projects, such as lumber, drywall, brick, concrete, metal, carpet, pipe, rocks and dirt.
However, the current WMSolutions Sage facility profile does not explicitly list construction and demolition debris among its presently confirmed categories. Current acceptance should therefore be verified before transporting a C&D load.
For larger remodeling, construction or demolition projects, a roll-off dumpster rental in Reno may also be a more appropriate option depending on the volume and type of debris.
Historically Listed Materials
The archived Sage Street Transfer Station page contained a considerably broader list of materials than the current facility profile.
Historically listed categories included:
- Appliances
- Non-friable asbestos
- Roofing material
- Carpet and carpet padding
- Clean and mixed concrete
- Construction and demolition debris
- Clean and mixed soil
- Furniture
- Mattresses and box springs
- Metal
- Mixed debris
- Recyclables
- Car tires
- Electronic waste
- Green and organic waste
- Municipal solid waste
- Several categories of wood
This historical list should not be treated as a guarantee of current acceptance. The present WMSolutions listing is more limited and advises customers to contact the receiving facility to confirm material types.
Appliances & Refrigerated Appliances
The archived facility information distinguished between appliances with refrigerants and appliances without refrigerants.
Examples historically associated with refrigerant-containing appliances included refrigerators, freezers and air-conditioning equipment, while washers, dryers, ovens and water heaters were examples of appliances without refrigerants.
Older Sage Street information also contained special conditions related to appliances from which refrigerant had been removed. Because handling rules and fees can change, customers should verify current appliance-disposal requirements before visiting.
Tires
The archived Sage Street page identified car tires among accepted materials and stated that only a limited number of tires could be included as part of a free residential dump.
Tire-disposal rules, quantities and fees can change, so current requirements should be confirmed before bringing tires to the transfer station.
Electronic Waste
Electronic waste was also included in the historical facility information. Examples can include computers, televisions and other end-of-life electronics.
Current WM guidance treats electronics and other household hazardous materials as items requiring special handling rather than ordinary trash or recycling. Customers should confirm the appropriate current disposal location before transporting electronics.
Sharps & Medical Waste
The archived Sage Street page previously described a sharps drop-off program for items such as used needles, syringes and lancets.
However, current WMSolutions information states that the Sage Transfer Station does not accept hazardous waste. Because sharps require specialized handling, do not rely on the archived program information without current confirmation.
Before You Visit
A few steps can make a transfer-station visit easier:
- Identify your material type. Separate ordinary trash, green waste, recycling and unusual materials before leaving home.
- Check current acceptance. Special materials may require another facility or advance approval.
- Confirm hours. Weather, holidays and operational conditions may affect receiving times.
- Bring account documentation if using a residential benefit. A qualifying bill or matching identification may be required.
- Secure your load. Transport waste safely and prevent loose material from escaping during travel.
- Use the correct recycling location. Mixed recycling and cardboard have separate drop-off addresses near Commercial Row.
Payment Information
Current WM Reno service information lists Visa, Mastercard, Discover and personal checks among accepted payment methods at local transfer stations and states that cash is not accepted.
Rates depend on the load, material and customer eligibility, so current pricing should be confirmed before disposal.
Sage Street Transfer Station FAQs
Where is Sage Street Transfer Station located?
The Sage / Commercial Row Transfer Station is located at 1390 E. Commercial Row, Reno, Nevada 89512.
What are the Sage Street Transfer Station hours?
Current listed hours are 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Is Sage Street Transfer Station the same as Commercial Row Transfer Station?
The historical wmNorCalNev page called the facility Sage Street Transfer Station. Current WM regional materials identify the transfer station at the same 1390 E. Commercial Row address as the Commercial Row Transfer Station, while WMSolutions calls it Refuse, Inc – Sage Transfer Station.
Can I take household trash to Sage Street Transfer Station?
Yes. The current facility listing includes municipal solid waste among accepted non-hazardous materials.
Does Sage Street accept yard waste?
The current facility profile lists yard waste and green waste as acceptable non-hazardous materials.
Can I drop recycling at Sage Street?
Separate nearby Eco-Center drop-off points are currently listed for mixed recycling at 1391 E. Commercial Row and cardboard at 1100 E. Commercial Row.
Does the transfer station accept hazardous waste?
The current WMSolutions Sage Transfer Station profile states that the facility does not accept hazardous waste. Residents should use the appropriate household hazardous-waste program or location instead.
Can Reno residents dump waste for free?
Current WM Reno materials state that eligible residential customers may dispose of one truckload of waste at participating transfer stations four times per year at no additional cost, subject to account and identification requirements.
Is the facility open on weekends?
Yes. Current published hours show Saturday and Sunday operation from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Waste Drop-Off in Reno & Washoe County
Sage Street Transfer Station has historically served as an important waste drop-off resource in the Reno area. Today, the transfer station at 1390 E. Commercial Row continues to appear in current WM and WMSolutions facility information for municipal solid waste and green-waste disposal.
Before visiting, confirm the material you plan to dispose of, current receiving requirements, applicable rates and whether you qualify for residential transfer-station benefits.