Dumps NearbyLandfillVerified October 2026
Brewer, City of Landfill
Brewer, City of Landfill is a landfill in Penobscot County, ME, listed under Brewer. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. We list 42 other drop-off sites in Penobscot County.
| Address | 403 Elm Street, Brewer, ME 04412 Directions |
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| County | Penobscot County, ME |
| Phone | (207) 989-7800 |
| Website | brewermaine.gov |
| Hours | Tue and Fri (April 1 to the Tuesday before Thanksgiving; compost, brush, clean metals): 7:30 am to 2:30 pm Tue (rest of year): 7:30 am to 2:30 pm 1st and 3rd Sat of each month (all allowable items): 7:30 am to 2:30 pm Brewer Public Works answers the phone Mon-Fri 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
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| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Each vehicle needs a permit card from the gatehouse attendant at the landfill gate. |
| Access | Run by the county, city or a waste district |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Furniture & bulky items, Construction debris, Yard waste & brush, Tires, Scrap metal, Appliances, Mattresses, propane tanks |
| Not accepted | non-resident vehicles, propane tanks smaller than 20 lb, commercial truck tires on rims |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: brewermaine.gov, brewermaine.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Penobscot County
- Bangor residents take bulky waste and demolition debris to the Pine Tree Transfer Station at Pine Tree Landfill in Hampden and pay a tipping fee by weight. Loads must be secured with tarps or coverings. Source
- Many Penobscot County towns run residents-only transfer stations that require a town sticker or permit, so check with your town office before you go. Source
Before you go
- Tarp the load; uncovered loads often cost more at the gate.
- Keep recyclables and yard waste separate; they often go to a different pile or are cheaper.
- Weekday mornings are often the quietest time at the scale.
Other landfills nearby
- Orono, Town of Landfill Landfill
- Glenburn, Town of Landfill Landfill
- Bucksport Mill LLC. Landfill
- Old Town, City of Landfill LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brush
- Juniper Ridge Landfill Landfill
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 5 pm …Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Sat: 8 am to 4 pm Annual vehicle window sticker: $10.00Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous waste
More in Penobscot County
All 43 drop-off sites in Penobscot County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Maine
Frequently asked questions
Where is Brewer, City of Landfill?
403 Elm Street, Brewer, ME 04412. The map link above starts navigation from your location.
What can I drop off at Brewer, City of Landfill?
Brewer, City of Landfill is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Not accepted: non-resident vehicles, propane tanks smaller than 20 lb and commercial truck tires on rims.
Can non-residents use Brewer, City of Landfill?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Each vehicle needs a permit card from the gatehouse attendant at the landfill gate..
How much does it cost to dump at Brewer, City of Landfill?
Grass clippings, leaves, stove and fire ash: Free; Resident vehicle permit (valid one year): $2.50; Passenger or pickup tire without rim: $3 each (4 per household per year free); Appliance containing freon: $15 each. Fees as posted on the City of Brewer page. Call (207) 989-7800 for current prices.. Source checked October 2026.
When is Brewer, City of Landfill open?
Tue and Fri (April 1 to the Tuesday before Thanksgiving; compost, brush, clean metals): 7:30 am to 2:30 pm; Tue (rest of year): 7:30 am to 2:30 pm; 1st and 3rd Sat of each month (all allowable items): 7:30 am to 2:30 pm. Brewer Public Works answers the phone Mon-Fri 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m..
What other landfills are near Brewer, City of Landfill?
Orono, Town of Landfill in Orono (8.9 mi), Glenburn, Town of Landfill in Kenduskeag (11 mi) and Bucksport Mill LLC. in Bucksport (13 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Brewer?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Pine Tree Waste, about 5.7 miles away.
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