Transfer station
Choice Medwaste, LLC
6.7 mi E · Elkton,md 21921, MD
Landfill
Cecil County Central Landfill
Elkton,md 21921, Cecil County, MD · All sites in Cecil County
Cecil County Central Landfill is a landfill in Elkton,md 21921, Cecil County, Maryland, operated by Cecil County. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1978, with closure projected for 2026.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap, it takes household trash. It is one of 3 disposal sites we list in Cecil County.
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 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) 996-6275 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 | 1978 |
| Projected closure | 2026 |
| Waste in place | 3,717,665 tons (2022) |
| Size | 64.2 acres |
| Owner | Cecil County |
| Operator | Cecil County |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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Cecil County Central Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Cecil County Central Landfill?
Monday – Saturday 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM; Sunday closed; Public holidays closed. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (410) 996-6275 before hauling a load.
What does Cecil County Central 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 Cecil County Central Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2026 for a landfill that opened in 1978 (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/893421136 (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL)
- EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) database · record dated 2024-09
Newest source record dated September 15, 2025. Listed here since October 5, 2026. We are an independent directory, not the operator. How we source and check listings.
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