Dumps NearbyLandfillVerified October 2026
Milam Recycling and Disposal Facility & North Milam Landfill
Milam Recycling and Disposal Facility & North Milam Landfill is a landfill in St. Clair County, IL, listed under East St. Louis. This is a privately run site; most take paying customers off the street, though some only serve commercial haulers. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, construction debris and yard waste & brush. We list 6 other drop-off sites in St. Clair County. In 2022 it accepted roughly 695,309 tons, according to EPA data.
| Address | 601 Madison Rd, East St. Louis, IL 62201 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | St. Clair County, IL |
| Phone | (618) 271-6788 |
| Website | wmsolutions.com |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4 pm Closed Saturday and Sunday and on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Customers paying by credit card or unloading by hand must arrive at least 60 minutes before closing. |
| Fees | Not published. Charges at sites like this usually depend on weight and vehicle size. |
| Who can use it | Open to non-residents |
| Access | Privately run, usually open to the public for a gate fee |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Construction debris, Yard waste & brush |
| Not accepted | hazardous waste, tires, appliances, liquid paint |
| Payment | credit card, debit card |
| Operator | WM (privately owned) |
| Opened | 1965 |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: wmsolutions.com, co.st-clair.il.us. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in St. Clair County
- St. Clair County's two landfills (Milam and Cottonwood Hills) each have a public drop-off area for residents bringing large items; fees apply. Illinois landfills do not accept tires, white goods such as water heaters and refrigerators, household hazardous waste or liquid paint. Source
Before you go
- A cargo net or tarp keeps bags and boards in place and saves an uncovered-load fee.
- Leave car batteries, paint and propane tanks at home; they need a separate drop-off.
- Call to ask about minimum charges for a single car or pickup load.
- Sort recyclables, metal and yard waste before you go; many sites have separate areas for them.
Other landfills nearby
- Roxana Landfill INC LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- Champ Landfill Landfill
- RCS Landfill Landfill
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 5:30 am to 3 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brush
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 8 am to 4 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous waste
- Hours: Thu, Fri: 8:30 am to 5:20 pm … Hazardous waste, first 50 lb: Free
More in St. Clair County
All 7 drop-off sites in St. Clair County · Electronics · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Illinois
Frequently asked questions
Where is Milam Recycling and Disposal Facility & North Milam Landfill?
601 Madison Rd, East St. Louis, IL 62201. Signs at the entrance usually point to the scale house first.
What can I drop off at Milam Recycling and Disposal Facility & North Milam Landfill?
Milam Recycling and Disposal Facility & North Milam Landfill is listed for household trash & bulky items, construction debris and yard waste & brush. Not accepted: hazardous waste, tires, appliances and liquid paint.
Can non-residents use Milam Recycling and Disposal Facility & North Milam Landfill?
Yes, according to the operator it is not limited to residents.
When is Milam Recycling and Disposal Facility & North Milam Landfill open?
Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4 pm. Closed Saturday and Sunday and on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Customers paying by credit card or unloading by hand must arrive at least 60 minutes before closing..
What other landfills are near Milam Recycling and Disposal Facility & North Milam Landfill?
Roxana Landfill INC in Edwardsville (13 mi), Champ Landfill in Maryland Heights (19 mi) and RCS Landfill in Jerseyville (32 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near East St. Louis?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is South Transfer Station, about 7.1 miles away.
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