Dumps NearbyLandfillVerified October 2026
Savannah - Dean Forest Road SL
Savannah - Dean Forest Road SL is a landfill in Savannah, GA, in Chatham County. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush and tires. It is one of 28 drop-off sites we list in Chatham County. It handled about 90,889 tons of waste in 2022 (EPA LMOP).
| Address | 1327 Dean Forest Road, Savannah, GA 31405 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Chatham County, GA |
| Website | savannahga.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Thu: 7 am to 4:15 pm Fri: 7 am to 3:15 pm Sat: 7 am to 2:45 pm Closed Sundays and City holidays. |
| Fees | Not published. Charges at sites like this usually depend on weight and vehicle size. |
| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: City residents, or paid subscribers in unincorporated Chatham County who present the Revenue Department-stamped Annual Tipping Fee Credit Form to the scale attendant |
| Access | Government-operated drop-off |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Tires, recycling |
| Not accepted | commercial waste, rental property waste, bulky items, furniture, appliances, paint, liquids, batteries |
| Operator | City of Savannah (publicly owned) |
| Opened | 1984 |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: savannahga.gov, savannahga.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Chatham County
- Chatham County's residential drop-off centers do not accept household garbage, tires, automotive batteries, hazardous household chemicals, or construction debris from major renovations; attendants require materials to be sorted and may reject any load. Source
- Curbside bulky items may be set out no more than 3 days before the scheduled collection day (Chatham County Solid Waste: (912) 652-6840). Source
Before you go
- Bring a tarp and straps. Most dumps want loads secured.
- Keep recyclables and yard waste separate; they often go to a different pile or are cheaper.
- Keep your receipt; some sites need it for return visits or disputes.
Other landfills nearby
- Dean Forest Landfill Landfill
- Superior Landfill & Recycling Center Landfill
- Hickory Hill Landfill
- Oakwood Type 1 Composting Facility LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brush
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Latex paint, 5-gallon: $15.00
- Wilmington Island Drop-Off Center Recycling centerHours: Mon to Sat 8:30 am to 5 pm, Sun 12 pm to 5 pmHousehold hazardous wasteScrap metal
More in Chatham County
All 28 drop-off sites in Chatham County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Georgia
Frequently asked questions
Where is Savannah - Dean Forest Road SL?
1327 Dean Forest Road, Savannah, GA 31405. Signs at the entrance usually point to the scale house first.
What can I drop off at Savannah - Dean Forest Road SL?
Savannah - Dean Forest Road SL is listed for household trash & bulky items, yard waste & brush and tires. Not accepted: commercial waste, rental property waste, bulky items, furniture, appliances and paint.
Can non-residents use Savannah - Dean Forest Road SL?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: City residents, or paid subscribers in unincorporated Chatham County who present the Revenue Department-stamped Annual Tipping Fee Credit Form to the scale attendant.
When is Savannah - Dean Forest Road SL open?
Mon-Thu: 7 am to 4:15 pm; Fri: 7 am to 3:15 pm; Sat: 7 am to 2:45 pm. Closed Sundays and City holidays..
What other landfills are near Savannah - Dean Forest Road SL?
Dean Forest Landfill in Savannah (1.3 mi), Superior Landfill & Recycling Center in Savannah (4.5 mi) and Hickory Hill in Ridgeland (28 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Savannah?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Chatham Paint Center, about 8.9 miles away.
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