C&D recycler
Ozinga Materials
3.7 mi NW · Dekalb, IL
Takes C&D debris
Landfill
Dekalb County Landfill
Dekalb, DeKalb County, IL · All sites in DeKalb County
Dekalb County Landfill is a landfill in Dekalb, DeKalb County, Illinois, operated by Waste Management. The site also works as a C&D landfill and a yard waste site. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1958, with closure projected for 2059.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool, it takes brush & limbs, construction debris, household trash and yard waste. It is one of 2 disposal sites we list in DeKalb County.
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM – 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 8 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 (815) 758-6906 to confirm.
What it takes
Accepted
- Brush & limbs (accepted)
- Construction debris (accepted)
- Household trash (accepted)
- Yard waste (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 | 1958 |
| Projected closure | 2059 |
| Waste in place | 7,996,481 tons (2022) |
| Size | 88 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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Dekalb County Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Dekalb County Landfill?
Monday – Friday 8 AM – 3:30 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (815) 758-6906 before hauling a load.
What does Dekalb County Landfill accept?
Brush & limbs, construction debris, household trash and yard waste, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
Does Dekalb County Landfill take construction debris?
Yes. Its listed materials include construction debris.
When is Dekalb County Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2059 for a landfill that opened in 1958 (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.
- 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 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.
About this listing
Facts on this page come from:
- EPA Disaster Debris Recovery Tool (compiled from Illinois Environmental Protection Agency - Bureau of Land - Active Municipal Solid Waste Landfills) · record dated 2025-07-15
- 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 July 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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