LandfillVerified October 2026
Horn Rapids Sanitary Landfill
You will find Horn Rapids Sanitary Landfill in Richland, WA. It is a landfill in Benton County. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. Materials on record: household trash & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, tires and appliances. It is one of 11 drop-off sites we list in Benton County. EPA records show it took in about 113,787 tons of waste in 2022.
| Address | 3102 Twin Bridges Rd, Richland, WA 99352 Directions |
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| County | Benton County, WA |
| Phone | (509) 942-7481 |
| Website | ci.richland.wa.us |
| Hours | Mon-Sun: 8 am to 4 pm Hours shown are March through October. November through February the landfill is open daily except Sundays. Closed on City-observed holidays and Easter. |
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| Who can use it | Open to non-residents |
| Access | Government-operated drop-off |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Construction debris, Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, Tires, Appliances, motor oil, batteries |
| Not accepted | household hazardous waste (other than used oil, antifreeze, cooking oil, batteries and propane), electronics |
| Operator | City of Richland (publicly owned) |
| Opened | 1974 |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: ci.richland.wa.us, ci.richland.wa.us. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Benton County
- At Horn Rapids Landfill, Richland residents pay the lower resident rate with proof of current Richland refuse service; all others pay the non-Richland rate. Residents must be present and bring identification. Source
- Benton County household hazardous waste is collected at scheduled events rather than at the landfill. Source
Before you go
- Tarp the load; uncovered loads often cost more at the gate.
- Ask before bringing tires or a fridge; many sites charge per item for them.
- Sort recyclables, metal and yard waste before you go; many sites have separate areas for them.
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4:30 pm …Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisHousehold hazardous wasteTiresAppliances
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4:30 pm …
More in Benton County
All 11 drop-off sites in Benton County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Washington
Frequently asked questions
Where is Horn Rapids Sanitary Landfill?
3102 Twin Bridges Rd, Richland, WA 99352. Signs at the entrance usually point to the scale house first.
What can I drop off at Horn Rapids Sanitary Landfill?
Horn Rapids Sanitary Landfill is listed for household trash & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, tires and appliances. Not accepted: household hazardous waste (other than used oil, antifreeze, cooking oil, batteries and propane) and electronics.
Can non-residents use Horn Rapids Sanitary Landfill?
Yes, according to the operator it is not limited to residents.
How much does it cost to dump at Horn Rapids Sanitary Landfill?
Richland residents, general waste (incl. construction/demolition): $10 per load up to 1,200 lbs; $51.10 per ton over 1,200 lbs; Non-Richland residents, general waste: $40 per load up to 1,200 lbs; $76.15 per ton over 1,200 lbs; Richland residents, clean yard waste: $0; Non-Richland residents, clean yard waste: $30 per load up to 1,200 lbs. Residential self-haul rates, Ordinance 38-21 effective 1/1/22 as shown on the city rate page. Source checked October 2026.
When is Horn Rapids Sanitary Landfill open?
Mon-Sun: 8 am to 4 pm. Hours shown are March through October. November through February the landfill is open daily except Sundays. Closed on City-observed holidays and Easter..
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Richland?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Bdi Transfer, about 15 miles away.
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