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Durham, NC · official rules checked October 27, 2026

Dumps, landfills & transfer stations near Durham, NC

8 landfills and transfer stations and 18 recycling and special-waste drop-offs within 20 miles of Durham, from EPA records, plus the official local rules on hours, resident ID and fees.

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Official drop-off rules in Durham

Self-haul: City of Durham Waste Disposal & Recycling Center

The Waste Disposal and Recycling Center is at 2115 East Club Blvd, open to City and County residents (residential and commercial users) Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:30 a.m.-noon. Card or account only, no cash.

Fees as of July 1, 2025: municipal solid waste from commercial vehicles $65 per ton. Non-commercial vehicles pay flat rates: $5 car; $10 minivan/small SUV; $15 full-size van/SUV; pickup truck $10, $15 or $20 depending on how full the bed is.

Sources: City of Durham: Disposal and Drop-Off Facilities. Checked October 27, 2026. Rules and fees change: confirm on the official page before you go.

Dump or dumpster: which is cheaper in Durham?

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: Fees as of July 1, 2025: municipal solid waste from commercial vehicles $65 per ton.
  • 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

$270 - $510 prices Durham companies publish

  • 10 yard: $270 - $325 (2 companies)
  • 15 yard: $325 - $470 (3 companies)
  • 20 yard: $385 - $500 (3 companies)
  • 30 yard: $465 - $510 (2 companies)
  • 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+)
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Pickup-load capacity: redbox+ Greensboro size guide. Dumpster prices are the ones local companies publish, collected on our city pages with a source link for each.

Sites within 20 miles of Durham

Sorted by straight-line distance from central Durham. 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 (8)

Construction debris recycling (3)

Hazardous waste, electronics & tires (9)

Scrap metal & yard waste (6)

Map: dumps and drop-offs near Durham


Interactive map of 26 sites

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

What to do with special items

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All 396 sites in North Carolina

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.

Durham dump FAQ

Where is the closest dump to Durham?

Measured from central Durham, the closest landfill or transfer station in EPA's data is Wi - Stone Park Court Transfer Station (Durham), about 3.0 miles in a straight line. There are 8 landfills and transfer stations within 20 miles; check which ones accept the public before you go.

How much does the dump cost in Durham?

Per the official page we cite: Fees as of July 1, 2025: municipal solid waste from commercial vehicles $65 per ton. 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 Durham?

Within 20 miles, EPA's data lists 1 C&D landfill, 4 C&D recyclers, 0 tire sites, 6 electronics recyclers and 4 household hazardous waste sites. Use the filters above the list.

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

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. Our Durham dumpster page lists the prices local companies publish.