Transfer stationVerified October 2026
City of Milwaukee North Side Drop-Off Center
City of Milwaukee North Side Drop-Off Center is a transfer station in Milwaukee County, WI, listed under Milwaukee. The site is operated by a local government or district and is meant for drop-offs by the public. Materials on record: household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. It is one of 51 drop-off sites we list in Milwaukee County.
| Address | 6660 N Industrial Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53223 Directions |
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| County | Milwaukee County, WI |
| Website | city.milwaukee.gov |
| Hours | Tue-Sun (Apr 12-Nov 28, 2026): 7 am to 3 pm Winter (from Nov 30): page lists Tue-Sat 7:00-15:00 (for the 2025-26 winter season). Closed on City holidays (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas). Open Saturday on Good Friday/Easter weekend instead. |
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| Who can use it | Residents only. Proof: Current State or City photo ID; if ID address is outside the city, property tax bill or recent utility bill with matching name. Non-resident property owners can use an approved Property Ownership Form. |
| Access | Operated by a local government agency |
| Accepts | Household trash & bulky items, Furniture & bulky items, Construction debris, Yard waste & brush, Household hazardous waste, Electronics, Tires, Scrap metal, Appliances, Mattresses, motor oil, batteries |
| Not accepted | box trucks and trailers over 16 feet, dump trucks, flatbed trucks, semi trucks, utility trucks |
| Payment | cash, debit, credit card |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: city.milwaukee.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in Milwaukee County
- City of Milwaukee drop-off centers are free for loads under 1 cubic yard and for recyclables/scrap metal; larger loads are charged by cubic yards ($20 to $90). Proof of City residency or property ownership required. Source
- MMSD household hazardous waste sites serve only households and apartments in Milwaukee County and are free of listed fees. Source
Before you go
- Tarp the load; uncovered loads often cost more at the gate.
- Liquids, paint and chemicals usually go to a hazardous waste site, not the dump.
- Expect a scale or a quick load check at the entrance.
Other transfer stations nearby
- Waste Management - Northwest Transfer Station Transfer stationHours: Tue to Sat 7 am to 3 pm …Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Tradebe Treatment and Recycling of WI LLC Transfer station
- Pink Dumpsters LLC Transfer station
- Elite Sustainability Solutions LLC Transfer station
- Central City Recycling Transfer station
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Waste Management - Northwest Transfer Station Transfer stationHours: Tue to Sat 7 am to 3 pm …Household trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronics
- Hours: Mon: 11 am to 6 pm … Registration per vehicle: $10.00
More in Milwaukee County
All 51 drop-off sites in Milwaukee County · Hazardous waste · Electronics · Tires · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Wisconsin
Frequently asked questions
Where is City of Milwaukee North Side Drop-Off Center?
6660 N Industrial Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53223. Directions open in Google Maps on your phone or computer.
What can I drop off at City of Milwaukee North Side Drop-Off Center?
City of Milwaukee North Side Drop-Off Center is listed for household trash & bulky items, furniture & bulky items, construction debris, yard waste & brush, household hazardous waste, electronics, tires, scrap metal, appliances and mattresses. Not accepted: box trucks and trailers over 16 feet, dump trucks, flatbed trucks, semi trucks and utility trucks.
Can non-residents use City of Milwaukee North Side Drop-Off Center?
No, it is for residents only. Bring proof: Current State or City photo ID; if ID address is outside the city, property tax bill or recent utility bill with matching name. Non-resident property owners can use an approved Property Ownership Form..
How much does it cost to dump at City of Milwaukee North Side Drop-Off Center?
Under 1 cubic yard (passenger car): Free; 1-3 cubic yards (pickup truck): $20; 3-6 cubic yards (small trailer / tall truck): $30; 6-10 cubic yards (large trailer / small box truck): $50. Fee set by staff from estimated load size; staff determination is final. Recyclables and scrap metal free regardless of volume. Page shows 2026 summer season.. Source checked October 2026.
When is City of Milwaukee North Side Drop-Off Center open?
Tue-Sun (Apr 12-Nov 28, 2026): 7 am to 3 pm. Winter (from Nov 30): page lists Tue-Sat 7:00-15:00 (for the 2025-26 winter season). Closed on City holidays (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, July 4, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas). Open Saturday on Good Friday/Easter weekend instead..
What other transfer stations are near City of Milwaukee North Side Drop-Off Center?
Waste Management - Northwest Transfer Station in Milwaukee (< 1 mi), Tradebe Treatment and Recycling of WI LLC in Milwaukee (1 mi) and Pink Dumpsters LLC in Milwaukee (2.9 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Milwaukee?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Waste Management - Northwest Transfer Station, about < 1 miles away.
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