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Columbus, OH · official rules checked October 28, 2026

Dumps, landfills & transfer stations near Columbus, OH

9 landfills and transfer stations and 46 recycling and special-waste drop-offs within 20 miles of Columbus, from EPA records, plus the official local rules on hours, resident ID and fees.

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Official drop-off rules in Columbus

Columbus Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers and the SWACO landfill

Columbus residents can drop off bulk waste (furniture and mattresses in poor condition), non-refrigerant appliances, electronics, yard waste and recycling for free at the Alum Creek (2100 Alum Creek Dr) and Georgesville (1550 Georgesville Rd) Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

They do not take construction and remodeling waste, tires, refrigerated appliances or hazardous materials. Household hazardous waste goes to SWACO at 645 E. 8th Ave (Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and the first Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m.).

SWACO's Franklin County Sanitary Landfill, 3851 London Groveport Rd, Grove City, is open Mon-Fri 5 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sat 6 a.m.-noon. Its posted rate is $39.75 per ton for direct-haul, in-district solid waste, and loads must be tarped.

Sources: City of Columbus: Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers, SWACO: Franklin County Sanitary Landfill. Checked October 28, 2026. Rules and fees change: confirm on the official page before you go.

Dump or dumpster: which is cheaper in Columbus?

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: Columbus residents can drop off bulk waste (furniture and mattresses in poor condition), non-refrigerant appliances, electronics, yard waste and recycling for free at the Alum Creek (2100 Alum Creek Dr) and Georgesville (1550 Georgesville Rd) Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers.
  • 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 Columbus

Sorted by straight-line distance from central Columbus. 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 (9)

Construction debris recycling (6)

Hazardous waste, electronics & tires (24)

Showing the 18 closest of 24. Search a ZIP in the finder for more.

Scrap metal & yard waste (16)

Showing the 14 closest of 16. Search a ZIP in the finder for more.

Map: dumps and drop-offs near Columbus


Interactive map of 47 sites

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

What to do with special items

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All 696 sites in Ohio

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.

Columbus dump FAQ

Where is the closest dump to Columbus?

Measured from central Columbus, the closest landfill or transfer station in EPA's data is Republic Services Inc Reynolds Ave Transfer Fac (Columbus), about 0.3 miles in a straight line. There are 9 landfills and transfer stations within 20 miles; check which ones accept the public before you go.

How much does the dump cost in Columbus?

Per the official page we cite: Columbus residents can drop off bulk waste (furniture and mattresses in poor condition), non-refrigerant appliances, electronics, yard waste and recycling for free at the Alum Creek (2100 Alum Creek Dr) and Georgesville (1550 Georgesville Rd) Waste and Reuse Convenience Centers. 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 Columbus?

Within 20 miles, EPA's data lists 2 C&D landfills, 8 C&D recyclers, 2 tire sites, 22 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 Columbus?

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.