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Atlanta, GA · official rules checked October 28, 2026

Dumps, landfills & transfer stations near Atlanta, GA

44 landfills and transfer stations and 66 recycling and special-waste drop-offs within 20 miles of Atlanta, from EPA records, plus the official local rules on hours, resident ID and fees.

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Official drop-off rules in Atlanta

Atlanta: CHaRM for hard-to-recycle items

Live Thrive's Center for Hard to Recycle Materials (CHaRM Atlanta), 1110 Hill St SE, takes items that don't belong in the trash, such as household chemicals and paint, electronics, appliances and mattresses. Some items carry fees.

It is open by appointment only: Tuesday and Thursday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m.-2 p.m. A second site, CHaRM DeKalb (1225 Columbia Dr, Decatur), is open Wednesday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Phone (404) 600-6386.

For regular trash and construction debris, use one of the landfills or transfer stations listed below and call ahead to confirm they accept residents.

Sources: Live Thrive: CHaRM. Checked October 28, 2026. Rules and fees change: confirm on the official page before you go.

Dump or dumpster: which is cheaper in Atlanta?

For a pickup load or two, hauling it yourself usually wins. Once a cleanout or remodel runs to several loads, a dumpster can cost less than your time, fuel and repeated gate fees.

Haul it yourself

Gate fee by weight, by load, or free for residents at some city sites

  • You need a truck or trailer, a way to cover and secure the load, and time for each round trip
  • Best for 1-2 pickup loads, yard waste, or single items like a mattress or appliance
  • Resident-only sites usually ask for ID or proof of address
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Rent a dumpster

One price delivery, haul-away and disposal together

  • Dropped at your driveway; you load at your own pace, then it's hauled away
  • Best for several pickup loads: a 15 yard holds about 4 pickup loads and a 20 yard about 6 (redbox+)
  • Weight limits and extra-ton fees vary by company, so compare quotes
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Sites within 20 miles of Atlanta

Sorted by straight-line distance from central Atlanta. Listings come from EPA and state records; a green "Listed by" link appears where an official city or county page names that address.

Landfills & transfer stations (44)

Showing the 40 closest of 44. Search a ZIP in the finder for more.

Construction debris recycling (2)

Hazardous waste, electronics & tires (15)

Scrap metal & yard waste (49)

Showing the 14 closest of 49. Search a ZIP in the finder for more.

Map: dumps and drop-offs near Atlanta


Interactive map of 71 sites

Pins use the coordinates in the EPA records. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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All 700 sites in Georgia

Facility data: EPA Disaster Debris Recovery Tool (DDRT) (downloaded October 28, 2026; EPA Data License) and EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) landfill data, which we use to drop landfills LMOP lists as closed. Each listing names the state or national source EPA compiled it from and that record's date where given. Search uses U.S. Census Bureau 2024 Gazetteer centroids. Last checked October 28, 2026.

Rules and fees change, and not every site takes the public. Listings come from EPA and state agency records, not from the operators. Some sites accept only commercial haulers, residents, or certain materials, and hours change with holidays and weather. Call or check the operator's official page before you load the truck. Dumpster Price Map is independent and not affiliated with any facility or government agency. Spot an error? Tell us.

Atlanta dump FAQ

Where is the closest dump to Atlanta?

Measured from central Atlanta, the closest landfill or transfer station in EPA's data is Biocor, Inc. (Atlanta), about 1.7 miles in a straight line. There are 44 landfills and transfer stations within 20 miles; check which ones accept the public before you go.

How much does the dump cost in Atlanta?

We didn't find one published public rate for the area. Fees differ by site and change, so check the operator's page or call before you load up.

Where can I take construction debris, tires or electronics near Atlanta?

Within 20 miles, EPA's data lists 4 C&D landfills, 2 C&D recyclers, 3 tire sites, 13 electronics recyclers and 0 household hazardous waste sites. Use the filters above the list.

Should I rent a dumpster instead of going to the dump in Atlanta?

If you have more than a couple of pickup loads, a dumpster usually saves trips: redbox+ says a 15 yard holds about 4 pickup loads.