Dumps NearbyLandfillVerified October 2026
City of Janesville Landfill
City of Janesville Landfill is a landfill in Rock County, WI, listed under Janesville. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, tires, scrap metal and appliances. Rock County has 18 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 525 Black Bridge Road, Janesville, WI 53545 Directions |
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| County | Rock County, WI |
| Phone | (608) 755-3110 |
| Website | janesvillewi.gov |
| Hours | Mon: 8 am to 3:30 pm Tue-Fri: 8 am to 3 pm Sat: 8 am to 1 pm Closed Sundays, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. No scaled loads are accepted within 15 minutes of closing. |
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| Access | Government-operated drop-off |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, Tires, Scrap metal, Appliances, motor oil |
| Not accepted | liquids, yard waste, concrete, asphalt, recyclables, cardboard, asbestos, contaminated soil |
| Load cover | Loads must be covered or tied down |
| Payment | cash, check, card |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: janesvillewi.gov, janesvillewi.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Rock County
- Janesville residents can drop up to 96 gallons of garbage at the City of Janesville Sanitary Landfill at no charge. Yard waste, recyclables and concrete are not accepted with garbage. Source
- Rock County Clean Sweep household hazardous waste drop-offs require advance registration through the Rock County Land Conservation Department at (608) 757-5588. Latex paint, motor oil, empty pesticide jugs and plain fertilizer are not accepted at Clean Sweep events. Source
Before you go
- Bring a tarp and straps. Most dumps want loads secured.
- Tires, appliances with refrigerant and electronics often cost extra or go to a separate area.
- Expect a scale or a quick load check at the entrance.
Other landfills nearby
- Waste Management LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
- Janesville Cty Landfill (New) Landfill
- Household trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushTires
- Mallard Ridge Landfill INC Landfill
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 6:30 am to 3:15 pm … Trash, 0-500 lbs (flat): $15.03Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous waste
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Waste Management LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
- Erickson Metal Inc Recycling centerHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
More in Rock County
All 18 drop-off sites in Rock County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Wisconsin
Frequently asked questions
Where is City of Janesville Landfill?
525 Black Bridge Road, Janesville, WI 53545. Signs at the entrance usually point to the scale house first.
What can I drop off at City of Janesville Landfill?
City of Janesville Landfill is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, tires, scrap metal and appliances. Not accepted: liquids, yard waste, concrete, asphalt, recyclables and cardboard.
Is City of Janesville Landfill open to the public?
Government-operated drop-off. Call if you are hauling for a business.
How much does it cost to dump at City of Janesville Landfill?
Per ton (scaled loads): $46.00; Up to 96 gallons, any vehicle (Janesville residents only): No charge; Passenger vehicle, sedan to full-size pickup: $12.00; Other vehicles or trailers, minimum: $20.00. 2026 City of Janesville disposal fees (effective January 1, 2026). Washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens and furnaces are listed at no charge for Janesville residents.. Source checked October 2026.
When is City of Janesville Landfill open?
Mon: 8 am to 3:30 pm; Tue-Fri: 8 am to 3 pm; Sat: 8 am to 1 pm. Closed Sundays, New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. No scaled loads are accepted within 15 minutes of closing..
What other landfills are near City of Janesville Landfill?
Waste Management in Janesville (< 1 mi), Janesville Cty Landfill (New) in Janesville (1.1 mi) and Mallard Ridge Recycling & Disposal Facility in Delavan (16 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Janesville?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Waste Management, about < 1 miles away.
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