Where to dispose of motor oil in Los Angeles County, CA
Used motor oil goes to an LA S.A.F.E. Center or a certified used oil collection center.
Facilities
S.A.F.E. Centers (7 locations, City of LA / LA County residents)
e.g. Washington Blvd: 2649 E. Washington Blvd, Los Angeles 90021; Randall St: 11025 Randall St, Sun Valley 91352; Hyperion: 7660 W. Imperial Hwy Gate B, Playa del Rey 90293; Gaffey St: 1400 N. Gaffey St, San Pedro 90731; Balboa: 10241 N. Balboa Blvd, Northridge 91325; UCLA: 550 Charles E. Young Dr, Los Angeles 90095; LA-Glendale: 4600 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles 90039
Hours: Most Sat & Sun 9 AM–3 PM; LA-Glendale Sat only; UCLA Fri, Sat & 1st Sun
LA County Sanitation Districts' page lists the LA-Glendale center as temporarily closed; CleanLA lists it open — call first.
Source: cleanla.lacounty.gov · checked 2026-10-25
Rules & limits
- Also accepted at certified used-oil centers (e.g. auto parts stores)
Sources
- https://sanitation.lacity.gov/services/safe-centers-household-hazardous-waste-disposal
- https://cleanla.lacounty.gov/hhw/collection-centers/
FAQ
Where can I dispose of motor oil in Los Angeles County, CA?
Used motor oil goes to an LA S.A.F.E. Center or a certified used oil collection center.
How much does it cost to dispose of motor oil in Los Angeles County, CA?
Free
What are the hours?
S.A.F.E. Centers (7 locations, City of LA / LA County residents): Most Sat & Sun 9 AM–3 PM; LA-Glendale Sat only; UCLA Fri, Sat & 1st Sun.
Who should I call to confirm?
Contact the facility listed above. Rules change; confirm before you drive.
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