Yard waste site
Lake County Material Recovery Meadowview
0.7 mi S · Grayslake, IL
Landfill
Countryside Landfill
Grayslake, Lake County, IL · All sites in Lake County
Countryside Landfill is a landfill in Grayslake, Lake County, Illinois, operated by Waste Management. The site also works as a C&D landfill. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1978, with closure projected for 2027.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool, it takes construction debris and household trash. It is one of 17 disposal sites we list in Lake County.
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM – 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (847) 223-2722 to confirm.
What it takes
Accepted
- Construction debris (accepted)
- Household trash (accepted)
Materials as listed by EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Anything not shown may still be accepted, or refused; ask the facility before loading.
Landfill facts
| Status (EPA) | Open |
|---|---|
| Opened | 1978 |
| Projected closure | 2027 |
| Waste in place | 17,267,073 tons (2022) |
| Size | 134 acres |
| Owner | Waste Management |
| Operator | Waste Management |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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Countryside Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Countryside Landfill?
Monday – Friday 6 AM – 3:30 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (847) 223-2722 before hauling a load.
What does Countryside Landfill accept?
Construction debris and household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
Does Countryside Landfill take construction debris?
Yes. Its listed materials include construction debris.
When is Countryside Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2027 for a landfill that opened in 1978 (data as of September 2024). Projections change as permits are renewed or expanded.
Before you haul
- 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.
- How to Get Rid of Construction Debris Without OverpayingLandfill, C&D landfill, transfer station, recycler or dumpster: how each works for remodel and demo debris, how sorting cuts cost, and what to ask first.
- 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.
About this listing
Facts on this page come from:
- EPA Disaster Debris Recovery Tool · record dated 2020-06-01
- EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) database · record dated 2024-09
- Public map listings found through web search
Newest source record dated September 2024. 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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