Dumps NearbyCompost & yard waste siteVerified October 2026
Rock River Valley Compost
Rock River Valley Compost is a compost and yard waste site in Cherry Valley, IL, in Winnebago County. This is a privately run site; most take paying customers off the street, though some only serve commercial haulers. Listed materials: yard waste & brush. Winnebago County has 22 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 6200 Baxter Road, Cherry Valley, IL 61016 Directions |
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| County | Winnebago County, IL |
| Phone | (815) 963-7533 |
| Website | wasteconnections.com |
| Hours | Opening times are missing from our sources, so confirm them first. |
| Fees |
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| Access | Privately owned, fees at the scale house |
| Accepts | Yard waste & brush |
| Payment | card |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: wasteconnections.com. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Winnebago County
Before you go
- Ask about the last entry time; scales often stop taking loads before closing.
- Ask on the phone whether they take small loads from individuals.
- Expect a scale or a quick load check at the entrance.
Other compost and yard waste sites nearby
- Rockford Composting Compost & yard waste site
- Garden Prairie Organics Compost & yard waste site
- Compost Enterprises INC Compost & yard waste site
- Leaflan Compost Center Compost & yard waste site
- Woodstock Yard Waste Collection Site Compost & yard waste site
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteTires
- Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- Rochelle Municipal Landfill #2 LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteTires
- Hours: Sat: 8 am to 4 pm …Household hazardous wasteTires
More in Winnebago County
All 22 drop-off sites in Winnebago County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Illinois
Frequently asked questions
Where is Rock River Valley Compost?
6200 Baxter Road, Cherry Valley, IL 61016. Signs at the entrance usually point to the scale house first.
What can I drop off at Rock River Valley Compost?
Rock River Valley Compost is listed for yard waste & brush.
Is Rock River Valley Compost open to the public?
Privately owned, fees at the scale house. Call if you are hauling for a business.
How much does it cost to dump at Rock River Valley Compost?
Per ton: $50; Minimum: 1 ton. Source checked October 2026.
What other compost and yard waste sites are near Rock River Valley Compost?
Rockford Composting in Rockford (11 mi), Garden Prairie Organics in Marengo (16 mi) and Compost Enterprises INC in Marengo (21 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Cherry Valley?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Winnebago Landfill, about 3.1 miles away.
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