DumpElkhart County Solid Waste is a waste facility in Elkhart, Indiana run by a local government. The cheapest posted load rate is $100 for a waste, all other locations. They take yard waste and tires. It's open Saturdays and closed Sundays.
Before you go
- Leave these at home, they're not accepted: appliances (freon) and hazardous waste.
- Free day: Wednesdays: Elkhart County residents, up to 3 bags, no size or weight limit, no charge.
- Loads are charged by each, item, and tire, so cover and sort your load before you arrive.
- Call ahead to confirm hours and fees. Small facilities change them without updating their websites.
Fees
| Item / load | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Waste, elkhart county and counties touching it (incl. michigan) | $30 up to 1000 lbs | $60 a ton above that |
| Waste, all other locations | $100 per ton | no proration |
| Electronic waste (computers, tvs, printers, copiers, vcrs) | $10 per item | |
| Yard waste other than leaves | $30 up to 1000 lbs | $60 a ton above that |
| Whole passenger tire | $4 per tire | |
| Whole semi tire | $10 per tire | |
| Whole tractor tire | $40 per tire | |
| Pull-off / dig-out service | $25 each | pull-offs only for pick-up trucks with trailers; dig-outs only for big commercial trash trucks |
Quoted from the source
$30 up to 1000 lbs $60 a ton … $100 per ton with no proration … $10 per item … $4 for passenger tires $10 for semi tires $40 for tractor tires … $25
Hours
| Monday | 7AM–4:45PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7AM–4:45PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM–4:45PM |
| Thursday | 7AM–4:45PM |
| Friday | 7AM–4:45PM |
| Saturday | 9–11:45AM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Rules
| Residents only | Call to confirm |
|---|---|
| Permit or sticker | Call to confirm |
| Payment | Call to confirm |
| Free dump days | Wednesdays: Elkhart County residents, up to 3 bags, no size or weight limit, no charge Source: elkhartcountylandfill.com · last checked 2026-10-30 |
| Ownership | Public (government-run) |
What they take
- Yard waste
- Tires
Not accepted
- Appliances (freon)
- Hazardous waste
Details
| Address | 59530 Co Rd 7, Elkhart, IN 46517 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (574) 522-2581 |
| Website | elkhartcountylandfill.com |
| Type | Waste facility |
| County | Elkhart County, IN |
| Nearby | All dumps near Elkhart |
| Google rating | 3.5 ★ · 35 Google reviews |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to dump at Elkhart County Solid Waste?
The posted rate starts at $100 for a waste, all other locations. 8 fees are listed on the facility's website; see the fees table. Rates change, so call to confirm.
What does Elkhart County Solid Waste accept?
According to its website: yard waste and tires. Not accepted: appliances (freon) and hazardous waste.
When is Elkhart County Solid Waste open?
Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. See the hours table for times.
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