Columbus Transfer Station
Recycling Center in Columbus, Nebraska
About This Location
A municipal transfer station run by the City of Columbus for household/solid waste and free yard-waste drop-off, with a separate residential recycling trailer on-site for paper and cardboard.
What Columbus Transfer Station Accepts
- Yard-waste and lawn-clipping drop-off is free for Columbus residents.
- The recycling trailer (paper and cardboard) is free and for residential use only; it sits on the south side of the transfer station near the grass drop-off.
- Cardboard must be flattened and cannot exceed 2 ft x 4 ft; remove all staples and tape.
- Recycling-procedure questions can be directed to the Public Works Director at 402-562-4236.
Not handled here: The recycling trailer does not accept plastic bags, plastic bottles or other plastics; boxes with food residue, grease stains or other contamination are not accepted; staples and tape must be removed. Recycling trailer is for residential use only, not commercial or industrial.
Materials and fees can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours of operation for the Columbus, Nebraska transfer station?
On-record hours are Monday-Friday 8:45 AM-3:45 PM and Saturday 8-11:45 AM, closed Sunday. Hours can vary with weather, so call 402-562-4254 to confirm before hauling.
What is the difference between a dump and a transfer station?
A transfer station is a permitted facility where household and solid waste is collected and consolidated for transport to a landfill, rather than buried on-site like an open dump. The Columbus Transfer Station also offers free yard-waste drop-off and a residential recycling trailer.
Can I recycle paper and cardboard at the Columbus Transfer Station?
Yes. A residential recycling trailer on the south side of the station accepts mixed paper and cardboard for free. Cardboard must be broken down flat and no larger than 2 ft x 4 ft, with staples and tape removed; food-soiled boxes are not accepted.
Is there a fee for dropping off yard waste in Columbus, NE?
No. The City of Columbus provides free yard-waste and lawn-clipping drop-off at the transfer station for Columbus residents.
Does the recycling trailer accept plastics?
No. The recycling trailer accepts only mixed paper and cardboard. Plastic bags, plastic bottles and other plastics are not accepted.