Yard waste site
Plaisted Companies, Inc.
2.4 mi S · Elk River, MN
Landfill
Elk River Landfill
Elk River, Sherburne County, MN · All sites in Sherburne County
Elk River Landfill is a landfill in Elk River, Sherburne County, Minnesota, operated by Waste Management. The site also works as a C&D landfill and a transfer station. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1972, with closure projected for 2044.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap, it takes construction debris and household trash. It is one of 10 disposal sites we list in Sherburne County.
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM – 4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM – 4:30 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 (612) 315-9289 to confirm.
What it takes
Accepted
- Construction debris (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 | 1972 |
| Projected closure | 2044 |
| Waste in place | 14,463,567 tons (2022) |
| Size | 119.5 acres |
| Owner | Waste Management |
| Operator | Waste Management |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
Hauling construction debris in Minnesota? Compare every site that takes it on the Minnesota construction debris list.
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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
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Elk River Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Elk River Landfill?
Monday – Friday 7 AM – 4:30 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (612) 315-9289 before hauling a load.
What does Elk River Landfill accept?
Construction debris and household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
Does Elk River Landfill take construction debris?
Yes. Its listed materials include construction debris.
When is Elk River Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2044 for a landfill that opened in 1972 (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.
- 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 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 Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Solid Waste Sites and Monitoring) · record dated 2021-10-29
- OpenStreetMap way/1221357491 (© 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 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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