Indiana · Updated October 2026

Dumps near Franklin, IN

We list 15 places to dump trash within 25 miles of Franklin, Indiana: 6 recycling drop-offs, 5 transfer stations, 3 waste facilities, and 1 landfill. The closest is Johnson County Recycling Center in Franklin, 1.2 miles away. 4 are government-run. The cheapest posted load rate nearby is $2 (trash) at Brown County (Indiana) Solid Waste Management District. Sorted by distance. Fees and rules come from each facility's own website; anything we couldn't verify says "Call to confirm."

All 15 within 25 miles

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  1. Johnson County Recycling Center

    Recycling drop-off · Franklin, IN · 1.2 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Tues, Wednes, Thurs, Fri, Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    2250 Graham Rd

    • Open Saturday

    Call (317) 738-2546 Fees & rules

  2. Franklin Transfer Station

    Transfer station · Franklin, IN · 1.6 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    730 Industrial Dr

    • Open Saturday

    Fees & rules

  3. Shelby County Solid Waste Management

    Waste facility · Shelbyville, IN · 14.7 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Mon, Tues, Wednes, Thurs, Fri, Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    20 W Polk St Ste 203

    • Open Saturday

    Call (317) 392-8904 Fees & rules

  4. Shelby County Recycling District

    Recycling drop-off · Shelbyville, IN · 14.7 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Mon, Tues, Wednes, Thurs, Fri, Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    1316 N Michigan Rd

    • Open Saturday

    Fees & rules

  5. South Side Landfill, Inc.

    Landfill · Indianapolis, IN · 18.2 mi

    $13.00clean fill
    • Open today Mon, Tues, Wednes, Thurs, Fri, Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load $13.00 per cubic yard

    2561 Kentucky Ave

    • Loads from $13.00
    • Seasonal hours
    • Open Saturday

    Call (317) 247-6808 Fees & rules

  6. Republic Services Indianapolis South Transfer Station

    Transfer station · Indianapolis, IN · 18.2 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Mon, Tues, Wednes, Thurs, Fri, Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    3617 Southeastern Ave

    • Open Saturday

    Call (317) 917-7300 Fees & rules

  7. Citizens Transfer Station

    Transfer station · Indianapolis, IN · 18.2 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    2324 S Belmont Ave

    • Open Saturday

    Fees & rules

  8. Morgan County Recycling Center

    Recycling drop-off · Martinsville, IN · 18.4 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Mon, Wednes, Fri, Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    6795 S R 67 N

    • Open Saturday

    Fees & rules

  9. ToxDrop Main Office

    Waste facility · Indianapolis, IN · 19.6 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    200 E Washington St Ste 2460

    • Open Saturday

    Call (317) 327-2234 Fees & rules

  10. Martinsville Transfer Station

    Transfer station · Martinsville, IN · 20.6 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Mon, Tues, Wednes, Thurs, Fri, Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    45 Rose St

    • Open Saturday

    Fees & rules

  11. Morgan County Solid Waste Management District

    Waste facility · Martinsville, IN · 20.8 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Call to confirm
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    180 S Main St #004

    Call (765) 342-2533 Fees & rules

  12. Brown County (Indiana) Solid Waste Management District

    Recycling drop-off · Nashville, IN · 22.4 mi

    $2trash
    • Open today Mon, Tues, Wednes, Thurs, Fri
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load $2 per bag

    176 Old State Rd 46

    • Loads from $2

    Call (812) 988-0140 Fees & rules

  13. Bartholomew County Solid Waste Management District

    Recycling drop-off · Columbus, IN · 22.7 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Mon, Tues, Wednes, Thurs, Fri
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    720 S Mapleton St

    Call (812) 376-2614 Fees & rules

  14. Petersville Convenience Station

    Recycling drop-off · Columbus, IN · 22.9 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Satur
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    11110 E 25th St

    • Open Saturday

    Call (812) 376-2614 Fees & rules

  15. Republic Services Greenfield Transfer Station

    Transfer station · Greenfield, IN · 24.3 mi

    Call to confirm
    • Open today Mon, Tues, Wednes, Thurs, Fri
    • Residents only Call to confirm
    • Cheapest load Call to confirm

    266 S Franklin St

    Call (317) 917-7300 Fees & rules

Frequently asked questions

Where can I dump trash near Franklin, IN?

We list 15 facilities within 25 miles: Johnson County Recycling Center, Franklin Transfer Station, Shelby County Solid Waste Management, and Shelby County Recycling District. The list on this page is sorted by distance.

What's the cheapest dump near Franklin?

Among facilities that post prices, Brown County (Indiana) Solid Waste Management District lists the lowest load rate: $2 for a trash. Facilities without a posted price may be cheaper, so call around.

Which dumps near Franklin are open to non-residents?

Shelby County Solid Waste Management, Republic Services Indianapolis South Transfer Station, Morgan County Solid Waste Management District, and Brown County (Indiana) Solid Waste Management District are open to the public. Township and village transfer stations are usually residents only.

Is there a dump open on Saturday near Franklin?

Yes. Johnson County Recycling Center, Franklin Transfer Station, Shelby County Solid Waste Management, and Shelby County Recycling District list Saturday hours.

What should I bring to the dump?

A photo ID (many facilities are residents only), cash or exact change (many don't take cards), a tarp over the load, and gloves. Sort yard waste, tires, appliances and electronics separately; most places charge for them by the item.

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