Dumps NearbyLandfillVerified October 2026
South Kent Landfill
South Kent Landfill is a landfill in Kent County, MI, listed under Byron Center. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. It is listed for household trash & bulky items, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. It is one of 34 drop-off sites we list in Kent County. EPA records show it took in about 338,250 tons of waste in 2022.
| Address | 10300 South Kent Drive, Byron Center, MI 49315 Directions |
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| County | Kent County, MI |
| Phone | (616) 632-7920 |
| Website | kentcountymi.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 5 pm Sat: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Closed Sunday. Closing times are exact; no new customers after closing. Holiday hours are published in a county PDF. |
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| Access | Government-operated drop-off |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Tires, Scrap metal, Appliances, Mattresses, batteries, paint |
| Not accepted | radioactive waste |
| Payment | cash, check, card |
| Operator | Kent County Department of Public Works (publicly owned) |
| Opened | 1982 |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: kentcountymi.gov, kentcountymi.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Kent County
- Residents using the county recycling drop-off stations pay no service fee. Customers still on site after closing pay an after-hours surcharge of $45 per 15 minutes. Source
- SafeChem household hazardous waste drop-off is free for Kent County residents; businesses, schools and farms cannot use it. More than 6 moving boxes, 20 gallons or any container over 5 gallons counts as a large amount: call 616-632-7941 first. Source
Before you go
- Secure everything in the truck bed; loose debris on the road can mean a fine.
- Keep recyclables and yard waste separate; they often go to a different pile or are cheaper.
- Bring a photo ID; many public sites ask for proof of address.
Other landfills nearby
- SC Holdings, INC. Landfill
- Ottawa County Farms Landfill Landfill
- Pitsch Sanitary Lanfill LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brush
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Recycling Concepts West MI Hazardous waste drop-offHousehold hazardous wasteScrap metal
- Hours: Mon: 12 pm to 4 pm … Scrap tires: $2 until the grant limit is reachedHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTiresScrap metal
More in Kent County
All 34 drop-off sites in Kent County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Michigan
Frequently asked questions
Where is South Kent Landfill?
10300 South Kent Drive, Byron Center, MI 49315. Directions open in Google Maps on your phone or computer.
What can I drop off at South Kent Landfill?
South Kent Landfill is listed for household trash & bulky items, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Not accepted: radioactive waste.
Is South Kent Landfill open to the public?
Government-operated drop-off. Call if you are hauling for a business.
How much does it cost to dump at South Kent Landfill?
Trash bags (max two per load): $5.00 each; Car, trunk only: $30.00; Pickup, van or SUV: $40.00; Trailer only: $40.00. Resident vehicle-load rates per county Waste Disposal Fees sheet effective October 1, 2026; general refuse up to 1,400 lbs, prorated per ton above that.. Source checked October 2026.
When is South Kent Landfill open?
Mon-Fri: 7:30 am to 5 pm; Sat: 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. Closed Sunday. Closing times are exact; no new customers after closing. Holiday hours are published in a county PDF..
What other landfills are near South Kent Landfill?
Autumn Hills Recycling and Disposal Facility in Zeeland (12 mi), SC Holdings, INC. in Hastings (21 mi) and Ottawa County Farms Landfill in Coopersville (24 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Byron Center?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Recycling Concepts West MI, about 9.4 miles away.
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