Dumps & landfills in Washington County, MD
We list 5 places in Washington County, MD where you can drop off waste: 1 landfill, 2 transfer stations and drop-off centers and 1 hazardous waste drop-off, plus recyclers for other materials. The largest city in the county is Hagerstown. For 3 sites we checked hours and fees against the operator's own website.
Landfills (1)Transfer stations & drop-off centers (2)Construction debris (1)Electronics, tires & scrap metal (1)
County rules
- Washington County residents need an annual residential trash permit (regular $135, senior 62+ $98, disabled veteran $98; permits run July 1 to July 1) to use the four convenience centers. The permit covers household trash from your residence only; construction debris, bulk items, mattresses, tires, refrigerant appliances and electronics are not covered. Source
- Cash customers without a permit can use Forty West Landfill and pay at the scale (cash, check or credit card plus fee). Source
Landfills in Washington County
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7 am to 3:30 pm Household waste, per ton: $55Household trash & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
Transfer stations & drop-off centers in Washington County
- Hours: Tue-Sat: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm
- Hours: Tue-Sat: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm
Construction debris in Washington County
- Maryland Metals INC. - Hq C&D recyclerConstruction debrisScrap metal
Electronics, tires & scrap metal in Washington County
- Conservit INC. - Hq Scrap metal yard
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I dump trash in Washington County?
Forty West Municipal Landfill (Hagerstown), Hancock Convenience Center (Hancock) and Kaetzel Rd Waste Transfer Station (Knoxville) take household trash or bulky items.
How many landfills are in Washington County?
We list 1 active landfill in Washington County: Forty West Municipal Landfill.
Where do I take paint and chemicals in Washington County?
Household hazardous waste goes to Forty West Municipal Landfill.
How much does the dump cost in Washington County?
Forty West Municipal Landfill: household waste, per ton $55. Rates as published by the operators, checked October 2026.
Do I need to be a resident to use the dump in Washington County?
Hancock Convenience Center and Kaetzel Rd Waste Transfer Station are for residents only. Proof needed: Vehicle registered in Washington County; Maryland driver's license and registration addresses must match and be in the county.
Where can I recycle tires, electronics or scrap metal in Washington County?
See the pages for hazardous waste, electronics, tires, yard waste, construction debris and scrap metal in Washington County below.
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