DumpSands Township Transfer Station is a transfer station in Gwinn, Michigan run by a local government. The cheapest posted load rate is $5 for a 1 or 2 small items, car trunk. It's limited to local residents. It's open Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays only.
Before you go
- Residents only. Bring proof of residency (a driver's license or tax bill usually works).
- Leave these at home, they're not accepted: household trash, yard waste, tires, appliances (freon), and hazardous waste.
- Seasonal: Saturday only on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month; electronics recycling 10AM-2PM on the 3rd Saturday of each month.
- Loads are charged by load, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 or 2 small items, car trunk | $5 per load | |
| 3 or more smaller items in a car, truck, or trailer | $10 per load | |
| Small pickup, suv, van, or small trailer | $15 per load | |
| Medium trailer, regular size pickup | $20 per load | |
| Large trailer, long box pickup | $25 per load | |
| Box trailers or dump trailers | $25 per load | $25 and up |
Quoted from the source
1 or 2 small items, car trunk | $5 … 3 or more smaller items in a car, truck, or trailer | $10 … Small pickup, SUV, Van, or small trailer | $15 … Medium trailer, regular size pickup | $20 … Large trailer, long box pickup | $25 … Box trailers or dump trailers | $25 and up
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4PM–7PM |
| Thursday | 10AM–2PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 10AM–2PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Seasonal: Saturday only on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month; electronics recycling 10AM-2PM on the 3rd Saturday of each month Source: sandstownshipmi.gov · last checked 2026-10-30
Source: sandstownshipmi.gov · last checked 2026-10-30Rules
| Residents only | Yes Source: sandstownshipmi.gov · last checked 2026-10-30 |
|---|---|
| Permit or sticker | Call to confirm |
| Payment | Call to confirm |
| Free dump days | None posted |
| Ownership | Public (government-run) |
What they take
Not posted online. Call to confirm.
Not accepted
- Household trash
- Yard waste
- Tires
- Appliances (freon)
- Hazardous waste
Details
| Address | 987 M-553, Gwinn, MI 49841 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (906) 249-9169 |
| Website | sandstownshipmi.gov |
| Type | Transfer station |
| County | Marquette County, MI |
| Nearby | All dumps near Gwinn |
| Google rating | No Google reviews yet |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to dump at Sands Township Transfer Station?
The posted rate starts at $5 for a 1 or 2 small items, car trunk. 6 fees are listed on the facility's website; see the fees table. Rates change, so call to confirm.
Can non-residents use Sands Township Transfer Station?
No. It's limited to local residents.
When is Sands Township Transfer Station open?
Open Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday. See the hours table for times. Saturday only on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month; electronics recycling 10AM-2PM on the 3rd Saturday of each month.
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