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Richmond, VA · official rules checked October 28, 2026

Dumps, landfills & transfer stations near Richmond, VA

11 landfills and transfer stations and 11 recycling and special-waste drop-offs within 20 miles of Richmond, from EPA records, plus the official local rules on hours, resident ID and fees.

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Official drop-off rules in Richmond

City of Richmond: East Richmond Road Convenience Center and Southside Transfer Station

City residents can take household trash, bulk items, brush and appliances themselves, free, to the East Richmond Road Convenience Center, 3800 East Richmond Road (Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Sat 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., phone (804) 646-4706), or the Southside Transfer Station, 3520 North Hopkins Road (Mon-Fri 6:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sat 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., phone (804) 232-8488). Both are closed Sundays and holidays.

East Richmond Road is for city residents only. Bring proof of residency such as a driver's license, utility bill or vehicle registration. It takes household hazardous waste such as paint (20 gallons per household per month), motor oil, antifreeze, fuels and car batteries, plus up to four tires without rims, brush (natural wood only) and small appliances. No commercial or contractor debris, dirt, rocks or concrete.

Southside takes large bulk items like furniture, brush, appliances and recyclables. Tires beyond four are $1 each. For curbside service, the city charges $50 to collect an appliance and $100 for a 24-hour bulk pickup request.

Sources: City of Richmond: Trash Collection (convenience center), City of Richmond: Bulk and Brush. Checked October 28, 2026. Rules and fees change: confirm on the official page before you go.

Dump or dumpster: which is cheaper in Richmond?

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: City residents can take household trash, bulk items, brush and appliances themselves, free, to the East Richmond Road Convenience Center, 3800 East Richmond Road (Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Sat 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., phone (804) 646-4706), or the Southside Transfer Station, 3520 North Hopkins Road (Mon-Fri 6:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sat 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., phone (804) 232-8488).
  • 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

$345 - $863 prices Richmond companies publish

  • 10 yard: $403 - $555 (2 companies)
  • 15 yard: $425 (1 company)
  • 20 yard: $345 - $740 (3 companies)
  • 30 yard: $422 - $830 (2 companies)
  • 40 yard: $777 - $863 (1 company)
  • 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 Richmond

Sorted by straight-line distance from central Richmond. 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 (11)

Construction debris recycling (3)

Hazardous waste, electronics & tires (2)

Scrap metal & yard waste (6)

Map: dumps and drop-offs near Richmond


Interactive map of 22 sites

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

What to do with special items

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All 199 sites in Virginia

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.

Richmond dump FAQ

Where is the closest dump to Richmond?

Measured from central Richmond, the closest landfill or transfer station in EPA's data is Richmond Transfer Station and Convenience Center (Richmond), about 2.5 miles in a straight line. There are 11 landfills and transfer stations within 20 miles; check which ones accept the public before you go.

How much does the dump cost in Richmond?

Per the official page we cite: City residents can take household trash, bulk items, brush and appliances themselves, free, to the East Richmond Road Convenience Center, 3800 East Richmond Road (Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Sat 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., phone (804) 646-4706), or the Southside Transfer Station, 3520 North Hopkins Road (Mon-Fri 6:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sat 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., phone (804) 232-8488). 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 Richmond?

Within 20 miles, EPA's data lists 4 C&D landfills, 3 C&D recyclers, 1 tire site, 1 electronics recycler and 0 household hazardous waste sites. Use the filters above the list.

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

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 Richmond dumpster page lists the prices local companies publish.