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Dumps & landfills in Wisconsin

We list 676 places to drop off waste in Wisconsin, spread over 69 counties. That includes 27 active landfills, 154 transfer stations and drop-off centers and 38 hazardous waste drop-offs. 254 are public facilities; most of the rest are private and charge a gate fee. Hours and fees are verified for 4 sites so far.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How many landfills are in Wisconsin?

    We list 27 active municipal landfills in Wisconsin, based on EPA data and our own checks. The number of landfills has been falling for decades as smaller sites closed.

    What is the largest landfill in Wisconsin?

    By tons accepted (EPA LMOP): Wmwi Orchard Ridge Recycling & Disposal (759,302 tons in 2022), Glacier Ridge Landfill LLC (582,136 tons in 2022) and Hickory Meadows Landfill LLC (474,019 tons in 2022).

    Where can I dump household hazardous waste in Wisconsin?

    Wisconsin has 38 permanent drop-offs for household hazardous waste in our list. See the hazardous waste page for Wisconsin.

    Does every county in Wisconsin have a dump?

    No. In 8 counties we found no place for household trash; residents there use a site in a neighboring county or curbside service.