Dumps NearbyLandfillVerified October 2026
Winnebago Landfill
Winnebago Landfill is a landfill in Winnebago County, IL, listed under Rockford. It is privately operated. Private landfills generally accept loads from the public for a gate fee, but rules differ, so call before you go. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, tires and appliances. We list 21 other drop-off sites in Winnebago County. It handled about 3,017,257 tons of waste in 2022 (EPA LMOP).
| Address | 8630 Lindenwood Road, Rockford, IL 61109 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Winnebago County, IL |
| Phone | (815) 874-4806 |
| Website | wasteconnections.com |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pm Closed Sunday and major holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas). On-site household hazardous waste facility open 8:00-15:00 Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat. |
| Fees | Rates are not published in our sources. Ask what they charge for a car or pickup load. |
| Access | Commercial operator that usually takes public loads for a fee |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Construction debris, Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, Tires, Appliances, batteries, paint, household hazardous waste |
| Load cover | Loads must be covered or tied down |
| Operator | Winnebago Reclamation Services, Inc. (privately owned) |
| Opened | 1972 |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: wasteconnections.com. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Winnebago County
Before you go
- Strap down furniture and cover light material so nothing blows out on the way.
- Ask before bringing tires or a fridge; many sites charge per item for them.
- Check whether you need to book or register before your first visit.
- Unload quickly and safely: stay clear of heavy equipment on the tipping floor.
Other landfills nearby
- Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- Rochelle Municipal Landfill #2 LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 3:30 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brush
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 6:30 am to 3:30 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brush
- Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Sat: 8 am to 4 pm …Household hazardous wasteTires
- Erickson Metal Inc Recycling centerHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
More in Winnebago County
All 22 drop-off sites in Winnebago County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Illinois
Frequently asked questions
Where is Winnebago Landfill?
8630 Lindenwood Road, Rockford, IL 61109.
What can I drop off at Winnebago Landfill?
Winnebago Landfill is listed for household trash & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, tires and appliances.
Is Winnebago Landfill open to the public?
Commercial operator that usually takes public loads for a fee. Call if you are hauling for a business.
When is Winnebago Landfill open?
Mon-Sat: 8 am to 3 pm. Closed Sunday and major holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas). On-site household hazardous waste facility open 8:00-15:00 Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat..
What other landfills are near Winnebago Landfill?
Advanced Disposal Services Orchard Hills Landfill INC in Davis Junction (2 mi), Rochelle Municipal Landfill #2 in Rochelle (16 mi) and WM DeKalb County Landfill in DeKalb (26 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Rockford?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Rockford HHW Collection Site, about 4.8 miles away.
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