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Louisville, KY · official rules checked October 27, 2026

Dumps, landfills & transfer stations near Louisville, KY

14 landfills and transfer stations and 45 recycling and special-waste drop-offs within 20 miles of Louisville, from EPA records, plus the official local rules on hours, resident ID and fees.

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Official drop-off rules in Louisville

Self-haul: Waste Reduction Center

Louisville Metro's Waste Reduction Center is at 636 Meriwether Ave (entrance on Bland St). Hours: Tuesday-Friday 8am-noon and 1-4:30pm; Saturday 8am-3pm.

Construction loads are charged by vehicle: pickup, van, box truck or trailer up to 10 ft $60; pickup with a trailer up to 10 ft $120; dump truck or flatbed up to 16 ft $120; trailer or box truck 11-16 ft $120; over 16 ft $285. Debit or credit only.

The Center does not take shingles (Metro directs them to 3402 Vogt Ave) or concrete and brick.

Sources: Louisville Metro: Waste Reduction Center. Checked October 27, 2026. Rules and fees change: confirm on the official page before you go.

Dump or dumpster: which is cheaper in Louisville?

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

  • Official local rate: Construction loads are charged by vehicle: pickup, van, box truck or trailer up to 10 ft $60; pickup with a trailer up to 10 ft $120; dump truck or flatbed up to 16 ft $120; trailer or box truck 11-16 ft $120; over 16 ft $285.
  • 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 Louisville

Sorted by straight-line distance from central Louisville. 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 (14)

Construction debris recycling (6)

Hazardous waste, electronics & tires (12)

Scrap metal & yard waste (27)

Showing the 14 closest of 27. Search a ZIP in the finder for more.

Map: dumps and drop-offs near Louisville


Interactive map of 46 sites

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

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All 436 sites in Kentucky

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.

Louisville dump FAQ

Where is the closest dump to Louisville?

Measured from central Louisville, the closest landfill or transfer station in EPA's data is Louisville Waste Reduction Center (Louisville), about 0.2 miles in a straight line. There are 14 landfills and transfer stations within 20 miles; check which ones accept the public before you go.

How much does the dump cost in Louisville?

Per the official page we cite: Construction loads are charged by vehicle: pickup, van, box truck or trailer up to 10 ft $60; pickup with a trailer up to 10 ft $120; dump truck or flatbed up to 16 ft $120; trailer or box truck 11-16 ft $120; over 16 ft $285. 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 Louisville?

Within 20 miles, EPA's data lists 0 C&D landfills, 8 C&D recyclers, 2 tire sites, 11 electronics recyclers and 3 household hazardous waste sites. Use the filters above the list.

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

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.