WM Jay County Landfill – Portland, IN

Name: Wm - Jay County Landfill
Address: 5825 W 400 S, Portland, Portland, IN, US
Telephone: +1 866-676-7150

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About This Location

WM's Jay County Landfill at 5825 W 400 South in Portland is a permitted non-hazardous solid-waste disposal facility open Monday through Friday — with extended Thursday hours until 6:30 PM — accepting municipal solid waste, construction debris, tires, contaminated soils, and industrial sludges.

What this location Accepts

✓ Municipal solid waste (MSW)

✓ Construction and demolition debris

✓ Industrial sludges

✓ Contaminated soils (advance scheduling required)

✓ Tires

Related recycling guides: Tires

What they do not accept

✕ Hazardous waste (explicitly excluded)

✕ Recyclable materials such as paper, cans, plastics — use Jay County SWMD trailer instead

Fees

Disposal fees — Charged by weight/volume; contact facility at (260) 726-2871 for current tipping fee schedule

Programs & events

Jay County resident free landfill visits — Jay County residents receive 2 free landfill visits per year through a program coordinated with Jay County SWMD

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drop off paper, cans, or plastics at WM Jay County Landfill?

No. This is a solid-waste disposal landfill, not a household recycling drop-off. For paper, aluminum and steel cans, plastics #1–#2, and glass, use the Jay County SWMD recycling trailer at 218 W Lincoln St, Portland, every Saturday 9 AM–Noon.

Do Jay County residents get free visits to this landfill?

Yes. Jay County residents receive two free landfill visits per year through a program coordinated by the Jay County Solid Waste Management District. Contact JCSWMD at (260) 729-5071 or visit jaycosolidwaste.com for the current process to claim your free visits.

What are the Thursday extended hours at Jay County Landfill?

The landfill is open until 6:30 PM on Thursdays only, compared to the 3:30 PM close on other weekdays. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday all open at 6:30 AM and close at 3:30 PM. The facility is closed Saturday and Sunday.

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