Dumps NearbyConvenience centerVerified October 2026
Cedar Lake Town Dumpster (Public Works)
Cedar Lake Town Dumpster (Public Works) is a convenience center (citizen drop-off site) in Cedar Lake, IN, in Lake County. As a public facility it takes loads from residents; some public sites limit this to people who live in the area. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, yard waste & brush, electronics and appliances. We list 49 other drop-off sites in Lake County.
| Address | 8550 Lake Shore Dr, Cedar Lake, IN 46303 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Lake County, IN |
| Phone | (219) 374-7478 |
| Website | cedarlakein.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 7 am to 3 pm 3rd Sat of each month: 9 am to 1 pm Large items are taken on the Saturday cleanup days; call ahead about specific items. |
| Fees | We have no rate sheet for this site. Expect a charge by weight, by load or a flat minimum. |
| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Photo ID and/or a Cedar Lake utility bill from the Town; check in at the office |
| Access | Run by the county, city or a waste district |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Furniture & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Electronics, Appliances |
| Not accepted | tires, household trash, roofing materials, concrete, bricks, railroad ties, paint, motor oil, fluorescent bulbs, hazardous waste |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: cedarlakein.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Lake County
- The Lake County Solid Waste Management District runs household hazardous waste collection events March through October, one per month at rotating city sites, for Lake County, Indiana residents only. It has no permanent hazardous waste drop-off site. Business, school and nonprofit waste is not accepted, and latex paint is not accepted at events. Source
- Residents may drop off up to four automobile tires per month at participating municipal sites listed by the district. Source
Before you go
- Cover and tie down your load. Many sites charge extra for loose loads.
- Keep recyclables and yard waste separate; they often go to a different pile or are cheaper.
- Weekday mornings are often the quietest time at the scale.
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 8 am to 4 pmYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Lake County SWMD Household Hazardous Waste Facility Hazardous waste drop-offHousehold hazardous wasteTires
More in Lake County
All 50 drop-off sites in Lake County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Indiana
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cedar Lake Town Dumpster (Public Works)?
8550 Lake Shore Dr, Cedar Lake, IN 46303. Use the Directions button for turn-by-turn navigation.
What can I drop off at Cedar Lake Town Dumpster (Public Works)?
Cedar Lake Town Dumpster (Public Works) is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, yard waste & brush, electronics and appliances. Not accepted: tires, household trash, roofing materials, concrete, bricks and railroad ties.
Can non-residents use Cedar Lake Town Dumpster (Public Works)?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Photo ID and/or a Cedar Lake utility bill from the Town; check in at the office.
When is Cedar Lake Town Dumpster (Public Works) open?
Mon-Fri: 7 am to 3 pm; 3rd Sat of each month: 9 am to 1 pm. Large items are taken on the Saturday cleanup days; call ahead about specific items..
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Cedar Lake?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Boone Grove Municipal Composting Site, about 17 miles away.
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