Transfer station
Forest Township Transfer Station
3.8 mi NW · Onaway, MI
Landfill
Elk Run Sanitary Landfill
Onaway, Presque Isle County, MI · All sites in Presque Isle County
Elk Run Sanitary Landfill is a landfill in Onaway, Presque Isle County, Michigan, operated by GFL Environmental. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1992, with closure projected for 2030.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool, it takes household trash. It is one of 4 disposal sites we list in Presque Isle County.
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM – 5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 AM – 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM – 5 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 (989) 733-2980 to confirm.
What it takes
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 | 1992 |
| Projected closure | 2030 |
| Waste in place | 2,024,281 tons (2022) |
| Size | 20.7 acres |
| Owner | GFL Environmental |
| Operator | GFL Environmental |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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Elk Run Sanitary Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Elk Run Sanitary Landfill?
Monday – Friday 8 AM – 5 PM; Saturday 8 AM – 12 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (989) 733-2980 before hauling a load.
What does Elk Run Sanitary Landfill accept?
Household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
When is Elk Run Sanitary Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2030 for a landfill that opened in 1992 (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 Michigan Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy - Michigan Part 115 Solid Waste Active/Accepting Facilities) · record dated 2025-02-05
- 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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