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Detroit DPW J. Fons Yard (Free Citizen Bulk Drop-Off)
Detroit DPW J. Fons Yard (Free Citizen Bulk Drop-Off) is a transfer station in Wayne County, MI, listed under Detroit. It is run by a public agency, so residents can usually drop off their own loads here. It is listed for furniture & bulky items, yard waste & brush and tires. Wayne County has 86 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 6451 E McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48212 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Wayne County, MI |
| Website | detroitmi.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 8 am to 4 pm Sat: 8 am to 12 pm |
| Fees | Free for residents |
| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Valid driver's license, state ID, or Detroit ID |
| Access | Operated by a local government agency |
| Accepts | Furniture & bulky items, Yard waste & brush, Tires |
| Not accepted | household trash, construction debris, hazardous waste, commercial vehicles |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: detroitmi.gov, detroitmi.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Wayne County
- Wayne County household hazardous waste events are open only to Wayne County residents with proof of county residency (e.g. driver's license). Only household-generated products are accepted; commercial/industrial waste, yard waste, tires, appliances and household trash are not. Source
- Detroit will pick up bulk or construction waste for $40 per cubic yard (pay by credit card, cashier's check or money order; call 313-876-0004) if residents cannot reach a drop-off site. Source
Before you go
- Cover and tie down your load. Many sites charge extra for loose loads.
- Leave car batteries, paint and propane tanks at home; they need a separate drop-off.
- Gloves and closed shoes help when you unload by hand.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 5 pm … First 2,000 lbs: $65Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brush
- Dinverno Recycling and Transfer Station Transfer station
- Hamtramck Recycling, LLC Transfer station
- Express Waste Management Llc/Titan National Rentals LLC Transfer station
- East Grand Boulevard Transfer and Processing Facility Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Household hazardous wasteElectronics
- Home pickup by ERG: $135 per stop plus $0.75 per poundHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsScrap metal
More in Wayne County
All 86 drop-off sites in Wayne County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Michigan
Frequently asked questions
Where is Detroit DPW J. Fons Yard (Free Citizen Bulk Drop-Off)?
6451 E McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48212.
What can I drop off at Detroit DPW J. Fons Yard (Free Citizen Bulk Drop-Off)?
Detroit DPW J. Fons Yard (Free Citizen Bulk Drop-Off) is listed for furniture & bulky items, yard waste & brush and tires. Not accepted: household trash, construction debris, hazardous waste and commercial vehicles.
Can non-residents use Detroit DPW J. Fons Yard (Free Citizen Bulk Drop-Off)?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Valid driver's license, state ID, or Detroit ID.
Is Detroit DPW J. Fons Yard (Free Citizen Bulk Drop-Off) free?
It is free for residents, according to the operator.
When is Detroit DPW J. Fons Yard (Free Citizen Bulk Drop-Off) open?
Mon-Fri: 8 am to 4 pm; Sat: 8 am to 12 pm.
What other transfer stations are near Detroit DPW J. Fons Yard (Free Citizen Bulk Drop-Off)?
J Fons County Transfer Station in Detroit (< 1 mi), Dinverno Recycling and Transfer Station in Detroit (1.1 mi) and Hamtramck Recycling, LLC in Hamtramck (2.3 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Detroit?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Socrra, about 10 miles away.
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