Mueller Pallets Waste Wood Drop-Off
Recycling Center in Hartford, South Dakota
About This Location
Mueller Pallets runs the "Wood Hound" free waste wood disposal and recycling site at 46349 267th St in Hartford, half a mile west of the Sioux Falls Regional Sanitary Landfill. There are no tipping fees: homeowners, contractors, construction companies, tree services and waste haulers can drop off all manner of waste wood — pallets, construction debris and storm cleanup material — and Mueller grinds it into clean, renewable wood energy instead of sending it to the landfill.
What Mueller Pallets Waste Wood Drop-Off Accepts
What they do not accept
The site is a waste-wood recycling operation; it does not advertise acceptance of household recyclables, electronics, metal, or hazardous waste. Materials other than wood are not confirmed as accepted.
Fees
- Waste wood / pallet drop-off — Free (zero tipping fees)
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to homeowners, landfills, contractors, construction companies, waste-disposal companies and tree services. The site states membership in the "Wood Recycling Community Club" is required to use the facility. For large-scale projects, Mueller Pallets can arrange free pickup and on-site grinding.
Programs & events
- Wood Hound free waste wood recycling — Free drop-off site that grinds waste wood into clean, renewable energy; free pickup and on-site grinding available for large projects.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it cost anything to drop off wood at Mueller Pallets?
No. The Wood Hound site charges zero tipping fees — waste wood and pallet drop-off is completely free for homeowners, contractors and tree services.
What kind of wood can I bring?
The site accepts all manner of waste wood, including pallets, construction debris and storm cleanup material. It does not advertise household recyclables, metal, electronics or hazardous waste.
Where is the drop-off site located?
It's at 46349 267th St in Hartford, SD, about half a mile west of the Sioux Falls Regional Sanitary Landfill.
What are the hours?
The site is open Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM; it is closed Sunday.
Can Mueller Pallets pick up wood for a large project?
Yes. For large-scale projects, Mueller Pallets can arrange pickup and on-site grinding at no cost.
Last verified: November 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.