The Armstrong/Spallumcheen Diversion & Disposal Facility (photo courtesy of Google Maps)

By Liam Verster

Landfill Near Capacity

Disposal limits implemented at Armstrong/Spallumcheen landfill

Mar 27, 2025 | 3:00 PM

People disposing of waste at the Armstrong/Spallumcheen Diversion and Disposal Facility (ASDDF) will be limited in what and how much they can dump.

The Regional District of North Okanagan said the landfill on Powerhouse Rd. was nearing capacity, and disposal limitations would be required for several months as an upgraded residential transfer station is constructed.

Until that new facility is ready, people with large or multiple loads may be turned away and need to instead dispose of the waste at the Greater Vernon Diversion and Disposal Facility (GVDDF).

People may be turned away from the Armstrong/Sapllumcheen landfill if they are looking to dump yard and garden waste; mattresses, sofas and furniture; major appliances such as refrigerators, washers and dryers; refuse; asphalt roofing; wood waste; drywall; scrap metal; crushables; logs and stumps; and construction and demolition waste.

“By redirecting large loads to the GVDDF, capacity can be saved to allow the ASDDF to continue serving the largest number of customers possible as landfill capacity is reached and through the construction period of the new residential transfer station,” Dale Danallanko, Manager of Environmental Services, stated.

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“The RDNO is committed to maintaining service to as many customers as possible and appreciates our customer’s understanding and cooperation.”

Further details about the landfills can be found at the RDNO website.