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Landfill
Alpha Ridge Landfill
Marriottsville, Howard County, MD · All sites in Howard County
Rated 4.0 of 5 from 10 reviews on public map listings
Alpha Ridge Landfill is a landfill in Marriottsville, Howard County, Maryland, operated by Howard County. The site also works as a transfer station. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1980, with closure projected for 2055.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap, it takes household trash. It is one of 5 disposal sites we list in Howard County.
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (410) 313-6444 to confirm.
What it takes
Accepted
- Household trash (accepted)
Materials as listed by EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap. Anything not shown may still be accepted, or refused; ask the facility before loading.
Landfill facts
| Status (EPA) | Open |
|---|---|
| Opened | 1980 |
| Projected closure | 2055 |
| Waste in place | 3,041,553 tons (2022) |
| Size | 106 acres |
| Owner | Howard County |
| Operator | Howard County |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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Alpha Ridge Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Alpha Ridge Landfill?
Monday – Saturday 8 AM – 4 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (410) 313-6444 before hauling a load.
What does Alpha Ridge Landfill accept?
Household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
When is Alpha Ridge Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2055 for a landfill that opened in 1980 (data as of September 2024). Projections change as permits are renewed or expanded.
Before you haul
- Dump and Landfill Fees ExplainedHow tipping fees work: per ton vs per load, minimums, scale-in and scale-out, resident rates and item fees, and how to estimate your cost first.
- Landfill, Transfer Station or Convenience Center: Which One Should You Use?What each type of public waste facility does, what it accepts, how it charges, and which to use for household trash, bulky items and construction debris.
- How to Haul a Load to the Dump Safely and LegallySecured-load laws, tarping, payload limits, the weigh-in routine and tipping-floor safety, plus a checklist of what to bring on dump day.
About this listing
Facts on this page come from:
- EPA Disaster Debris Recovery Tool (compiled from Maryland Department of the Environment - Land Management Administration Solid Waste Program Permits) · record dated 2025-09-15
- OpenStreetMap way/707946549 (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL)
- EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) database · record dated 2024-09
- Public map listings found through web search
Newest source record dated September 15, 2025. Hours, fees or contact details last added October 5, 2026. Listed here since October 5, 2026. We are an independent directory, not the operator. How we source and check listings.
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