Dumps NearbyLandfillVerified October 2026
North Shelby Landfill
North Shelby Landfill is a landfill in Millington, TN, in Shelby County. It is privately operated. Private landfills generally accept loads from the public for a gate fee, but rules differ, so call before you go. Listed materials: household trash & bulky items. Shelby County has 22 sites in our directory, including this one. EPA records show it took in about 265,750 tons of waste in 2022.
| Address | 7111 Old Millington Rd, Millington, TN 38053 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | Shelby County, TN |
| Phone | (901) 872-7258 |
| Hours | Hours unknown to us so far. Check with the operator first. |
| Fees | We have no rate sheet for this site. Expect a charge by weight, by load or a flat minimum. |
| Access | Run by a waste company, expect a gate fee |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items |
| Not accepted | hazardous waste |
| Operator | Republic Services, Inc. (privately owned) |
| Opened | 1988 |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: memphistn.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Shelby County
- City of Memphis Solid Waste Fee customers can take up to one truckload of non-hazardous waste per month to a landfill (North Shelby Landfill, 7111 Old Millington Rd, Millington; South Shelby Landfill, 5494 Malone Rd, Memphis). Landfill hours and fees are not stated by the city. Source
- City Solid Waste Convenience Centers are open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays; bring your latest MLGW bill and photo ID. Source
- Curbside bulk item and tree limb pickup happens twice per month on a schedule based on address (Memphis). Tree limbs must be under 5 feet long and 13 inches in diameter and kept separate from furniture and mattresses. Source
Before you go
- Gates at smaller sites often close early or on certain weekdays; call first.
- Bring a tarp and straps. Most dumps want loads secured.
- Keep recyclables and yard waste separate; they often go to a different pile or are cheaper.
- Confirm that they accept loads from the public before loading up.
Other landfills nearby
- Crittenden County Landfill Landfill
- Quad County Landfill LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- Mississippi County Landfill LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Shelby County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility Hazardous waste drop-off
- Hours: Tue, Thu, Sat: 8 am to 1 pmHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
More in Shelby County
All 22 drop-off sites in Shelby County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Tennessee
Frequently asked questions
Where is North Shelby Landfill?
7111 Old Millington Rd, Millington, TN 38053. Signs at the entrance usually point to the scale house first.
What can I drop off at North Shelby Landfill?
North Shelby Landfill is listed for household trash & bulky items. Not accepted: hazardous waste.
Is North Shelby Landfill open to the public?
Run by a waste company, expect a gate fee. Call if you are hauling for a business.
What other landfills are near North Shelby Landfill?
Crittenden County Landfill in West Memphis (22 mi), South Shelby Landfill in Memphis (22 mi) and Quad County Landfill in Byhalia (28 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Millington?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Shelby County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility, about 13 miles away.
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