Boone County Landfill
Recycling Center in Boone, Iowa
About This Location
Boone County Landfill at 1268 224th Ln handles disposal for Boone County residents and businesses — solid waste, appliances, electronics, batteries, HHW, and yard waste.
What this location Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Household Hazardous Waste · Yard Waste
What they do not accept
Fees
- Household solid waste (primary service area) — $46.00 per ton, $12.00 minimum for 500 lbs or less
- Yard waste — $46.00 per ton, $12.00 minimum
- Appliances — $15.00 each
- Electronic screens (LCD) — $15.00
- Electronic screens (CRT monitors) — $25.00
- Electronic screens (Console/Plasma) — $35.00
- Laptops — $5.00 per box
Programs & events
- Monthly Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) drop-off — First Saturday of each month, April–November, 8:00–10:00 AM. Accepts aerosols, oil-based paints, antifreeze, gasoline, fertilizers, fluorescent bulbs, and more.
- Sharps disposal — Free disposal of needles and sharps in red sharps containers or sealed detergent bottles during regular landfill business hours.
- Prescription drug take-back — Unused medications accepted at the Boone County Sheriff's Office drop-box — not at the landfill.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to drop off trash at the Boone County Landfill?
The standard rate in the primary service area is $46.00 per ton, with a $12.00 minimum for loads of 500 lbs or less. Appliances cost $15 each, and electronic screens range from $15 to $35 depending on type. Yard waste is also $46/ton with the same minimum. Call (515) 433-0591 to confirm current rates.
Does Boone County Landfill accept household hazardous waste?
Yes — HHW events are held the first Saturday of each month from April through November, 8:00–10:00 AM at the landfill. Accepted materials include aerosols, oil-based paint, antifreeze, gasoline, fluorescent bulbs, and similar items. The regional HHW collection center in Bondurant is an additional option year-round.
Can I drop off old TVs or computers at the Boone County Landfill?
Yes. Electronics are accepted during regular business hours. Fees apply: LCD screens cost $15, CRT monitors $25, plasma/console screens $35, and laptops $5 per box. Bring items to the scale house and declare them — do not mix them in with regular trash.
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