Yard waste site
Delta County Composting
<0.1 mi NE · Escanaba, MI
Landfill
Delta County Landfill
Escanaba, Delta County, MI · All sites in Delta County
Delta County Landfill is a landfill in Escanaba, Delta County, Michigan, operated by Waste Management. The site also works as a drop-off center and a yard waste site. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1985, with closure projected for 2096.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap, it takes batteries, brush & limbs, cardboard, household trash, recycling and yard waste. It is one of 5 disposal sites we list in Delta County.
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM – 3 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM – 3 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM – 3 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM – 6 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM – 3 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM – 12 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (906) 786-9056 to confirm.
What it takes
Accepted
- Batteries (accepted)
- Brush & limbs (accepted)
- Cardboard (accepted)
- Household trash (accepted)
- Recycling (accepted)
- Yard waste (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 | 1985 |
| Projected closure | 2096 |
| Waste in place | 1,788,000 tons (2022) |
| Owner | Waste Management |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
Not on file yet
This listing does not have fees or residency rules yet. We only publish details we can trace to a source, so call the site before you load up. Send us the details if you run or use this facility.
Location and nearby sites
45.76611, -87.12770
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Delta County Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Delta County Landfill?
Monday – Wednesday,Friday 8 AM – 3 PM; Thursday 8 AM – 6 PM; Saturday 8 AM – 12 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (906) 786-9056 before hauling a load.
What does Delta County Landfill accept?
Batteries, brush & limbs, cardboard, household trash, recycling and yard waste, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
When is Delta County Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2096 for a landfill that opened in 1985 (data as of September 2024). Projections change as permits are renewed or expanded.
Before you haul
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Michigan Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy - Michigan Part 115 Solid Waste Active/Accepting Facilities) · record dated 2025-02-05
- OpenStreetMap way/269743989 (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL)
- OpenStreetMap way/30128696 (© 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 February 5, 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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