Grass, leaves, branches and brush are composted into mulch and soil rather than landfilled. Many cities offer seasonal curbside yard-waste pickup plus drop-off sites that sell finished compost back to residents.

In Nebraska we list 6 yard waste drop-off locations across 5 cities, with the most in Lincoln, Ashland, Columbus, Nebraska City and Omaha. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Yard Waste Drop-Off Locations in Nebraska

Soil Dynamics Composting Farm

📍Ashland · 16494 292nd St, Ashland, NE 68003
📞+1 402-332-4710
🕐Today: 8 AM–3 PM
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Uribe Refuse Services Inc

📍Lincoln · 4600 N 48th St, Lincoln, NE 68504
📞+1 402-467-1239
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Columbus Transfer Station

📍Columbus · 570 14th Ave, Columbus, NE 68601
📞+1 402-562-4254
🕐Today: 8:45 AM–3:45 PM
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A-1 Landfill & Drop-Off

📍Omaha · 1806 N 13th St, Omaha, NE 68110
📞+1 402-344-4488
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Lincoln Small Vehicle Transfer Station

📍Lincoln · 5101 N 48th St, Lincoln, NE 68504
📞+1 402-441-8104
🕐Today: 6:45 AM–4:15 PM
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American Recycling & Sanitation Inc. Yard Waste

📍Nebraska City · 2524 N 22nd St, Nebraska City, NE 68410
📞+1 402-874-9291
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
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Recycling Yard Waste in Nebraska: What to Know

🍂 Leaves & grass
Often collected curbside in paper bags or carts during the growing season.
🌳 Branches & brush
Dropped at compost sites; some chip it into mulch you can take home.

How to Prepare Yard Waste

  • Keep yard waste free of plastic bags, rocks and trash — contamination ruins compost.
  • Bundle or cut branches to the length the site specifies.
  • Many sites sell finished compost and mulch back to residents cheaply.

Yard Waste Recycling FAQ — Nebraska

Which Nebraska cities have the most yard waste drop-off locations?

The most yard waste drop-offs are in Lincoln (2), Ashland (1), Columbus (1), Nebraska City (1) and Omaha (1). In total we list 6 locations across 5 Nebraska cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle yard waste in Nebraska?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Nebraska directory. City compost sites and transfer stations are the usual options; many also offer seasonal curbside pickup. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off yard waste?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put yard waste in my curbside bin?

Usually no — yard waste typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all yard waste & compost locations by city, the full Nebraska recycling directory, or yard waste recycling in New Jersey, North Carolina, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, South Carolina.