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About This Location

The Des Moines County Regional Landfill at 13758 Washington Road is a sanitary landfill run by the Des Moines County Regional Solid Waste Commission, taking in roughly 200 tons of garbage a day. It is a disposal site, not a curbside-style recycling drop-off: the public can bring trash, yard waste, demolition debris, tires and scrap metal. A free compost program accepts leaves and grass.

What this location Accepts

✓ Household and general trash
✓ Yard waste (leaves and grass) - no charge
✓ Demolition debris
✓ Tires
✓ Scrap metal
✓ Brush and clean untreated/unpainted lumber and pallets (reduced rate)

Related recycling guides: Tires · Appliances · Yard Waste

What they do not accept

✕ Appliances (go to Area Recyclers, by appointment, for a fee)
✕ Electronics with screens (go to the HazChem Center)

Fees

  • Untarped loads — $10 surcharge

Access & restrictions

Public landfill drop-off · No admittance within 15 minutes of closing. All loads must be secured by tarp or face a $10 surcharge. Cash, check or landfill charge account only.

Programs & events

  • Compost program — No charge for yard waste (leaves and grass); finished compost available free when available.
  • Wood waste program — Reduced rates for brush and clean (untreated and unpainted) lumber and pallets.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I drop off at the Des Moines County Regional Landfill?

The public can bring trash, yard waste, demolition debris, tires and scrap metal. Leaves and grass are accepted free through the compost program.

Does the landfill take appliances or electronics?

No. Appliances are accepted only at the Commission's Area Recyclers facility by appointment and for a fee, and electronics with screens go to the HazChem Center, not the landfill.

Do I need to tarp my load?

Yes. All landfill loads must be secured by a tarp or they are subject to a $10 surcharge. Note there is no admittance within 15 minutes of closing.

How do I pay at the landfill?

Transactions are cash, check or a landfill charge account only.

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Contact & Location

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13758 Washington Rd, West Burlington, IA 52655
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City / State
West Burlington, Iowa

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday Closed