Dumps NearbyCompost & yard waste siteVerified October 2026
Ocean County South Compost
Ocean County South Compost is a compost and yard waste site in Manahawkin, NJ, in Ocean County. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. It is listed for yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics and tires. Ocean County has 26 sites in our directory, including this one.
| Address | 379 Haywood Rd, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Ocean County, NJ |
| Phone | (609) 978-0913 |
| Website | co.ocean.nj.us |
| Hours | Mon-Sat: 7:30 am to 3 pm Special waste and brush drop-off is open 7:30 am to 3:00 pm. Curbside recyclables can be dropped off until 7:00 pm. Closed Sundays and some holidays. Saturdays are for residents only. |
| Fees | No fee schedule on file yet; see our dump fees page for typical published rates. |
| Who can use it | Residents only |
| Access | Public facility (residency rules may apply) |
| Accepts | Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Tires, batteries, paint, motor oil, antifreeze, fluorescent bulbs, textiles, cooking oil |
| Not accepted | household trash, hazardous waste, stains, varnishes, polyurethanes |
| Operator | Ocean County, NJ |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: co.ocean.nj.us, co.ocean.nj.us, co.ocean.nj.us. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Ocean County
- The county household hazardous waste (HHW) program is free for Ocean County residents only. Registration (appointment) is required online, proof of residency is a driver's license or tax bill, and the limit is 20 gallons of liquid and 200 lbs of dry material per household. Events are held at municipal public works sites; businesses are not eligible. Source
- Batteries, electronics and fluorescent bulbs are not taken at HHW events. Take them to the county Northern or Southern Recycling Center special waste stations, Monday to Saturday. Source
Before you go
- Load the heaviest items last so they come off first.
Other compost and yard waste sites nearby
- Hours: Mon-Sat: 7:30 am to 3 pmYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTires
- Brick Township Compost Compost & yard waste site
- Triboro Sand & Stone INC Compost & yard waste site
- Hours: Designated Saturdays: 12 pm to 4 pm
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Ocean County Landfill Corp. LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4 pm … Municipal solid waste, per ton: $89.89Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous waste
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Cramer's Auto Recycling Recycling centerHousehold hazardous wasteScrap metal
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 7 am to 4 pm … Municipal solid waste, per ton: $89.89Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous waste
More in Ocean County
All 26 drop-off sites in Ocean County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · New Jersey
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ocean County South Compost?
379 Haywood Rd, Manahawkin, NJ 08050. The map link above starts navigation from your location.
What can I drop off at Ocean County South Compost?
Ocean County South Compost is listed for yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics and tires. Not accepted: household trash, hazardous waste, stains, varnishes and polyurethanes.
Can non-residents use Ocean County South Compost?
No, it is for residents only.
When is Ocean County South Compost open?
Mon-Sat: 7:30 am to 3 pm. Special waste and brush drop-off is open 7:30 am to 3:00 pm. Curbside recyclables can be dropped off until 7:00 pm. Closed Sundays and some holidays. Saturdays are for residents only..
What other compost and yard waste sites are near Ocean County South Compost?
Ocean County No Regional Compost in Lakewood (25 mi), Brick Township Compost in Ramtown (30 mi) and Triboro Sand & Stone INC in Gibbsboro (36 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Manahawkin?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Cramer's Auto Recycling, about 13 miles away.
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