Otero-Greentree Regional Landfill

The Otero Greentree Regional Landfill is jointly owned by Otero County and Lincoln County, serving the municipalities within these jurisdictions. The City of Alamogordo acts as the managing and fiscal agency for the facility, providing operational oversight, regulatory compliance, and administrative management.

Solid Waste Facility

The Otero Greentree Regional Landfill is a New Mexico permitted solid waste disposal facility serving the region with safe, compliant, and long-term waste management services. The facility is designed to accept residential, commercial, construction, and demolition waste generated within the service area, while operating in accordance with all applicable state and federal environmental regulations.

In addition to routine solid waste, the landfill is permitted to accept specific special waste streams, including regulated asbestos-containing material and approved sludge wastes. Acceptance of these materials is governed by strict handling, documentation, and disposal requirements to ensure protection of public health, worker safety, and the environment.

The landfill was incorporated in January 1994 and was engineered with a projected operational lifespan of 99 years. Its design reflects a long-term regional approach to solid waste management, emphasizing environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and capacity planning to meet the needs of current and future generations.

The Otero Greentree Regional Landfill plays a critical role in supporting community health and sustainable growth by providing a reliable and responsibly managed disposal facility for the region.

Rates

  • Per ton (solid waste) Otero-Greentree Regional Landfill Members
    • July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025 - $17.63
    • July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026 - $17.98
    • July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 - $18.34
    • July 1, 2027 - June 30, 2028 - $18.71
    • July 1, 2028 - June 30, 2029 - $19.08
  • Per ton (solid waste) Non-Members
    • July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025 - $27.91
    • July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026 - $28.46
    • July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 - $29.04
    • July 1, 2027 - June 30, 2028 - $29.62
    • July 1, 2028 - June 30, 2029 - $30.21

Special Wastes Accepted

  • Sludge: $36.41 per ton (requires special waste manifest)
  • Asbestos: $41.82 per yard (requires special waste manifest)
  • Tires: $93.94 per ton (10 or more tires require a scrap tire manifest)
  • Sand: $5.72 per ton Otero-Greentree Regional Landfill Members
  • Sand: $7.00 per ton Non-Members

All disposal rates include the required New Mexico state solid waste royalty fee of $0.75 per ton. In addition, a one-time initial truck loading charge of $50.00 will be assessed per company per day. Each subsequent load delivered by the same company on the same day will be subject to an additional charge of $25.00 per load.

Applicable gross receipts tax, currently assessed at five percent where required by law, will be added to all charges.

Important Billing Information

Billing accounts may be established with the City of Alamogordo through the Otero Greentree Regional Landfill. Approved accounts allow eligible customers to be invoiced in accordance with City billing policies and procedures.

For additional information, account requirements, or to obtain the necessary application forms, please contact the landfill office at (575) 489-2252.

High Winds

Please be advised that during periods of high winds, landfill operations may be temporarily suspended to ensure the safety of staff, customers, and visitors. Closures are implemented as necessary based on site conditions and safety considerations.  On days when winds are at least 30 mph and sustained, we will close for safety reasons.  If you think that might be possible on a day you are headed our way, please call us in advance at (575) 489-2252. Thank you for your understanding.