Yard waste site
Wre-Earth Farms Organics LLC
1.8 mi S · Dallas, NC
Landfill
Gaston County Landfill
Dallas, Gaston County, NC · All sites in Gaston County
Gaston County Landfill is a landfill in Dallas, Gaston County, North Carolina, operated by Gaston County. The site also works as a C&D landfill. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1987, with closure projected for 2035.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool, it takes construction debris and household trash. It is one of 5 disposal sites we list in Gaston County.
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM – 4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7 AM – 4 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM – 4 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM – 4 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM – 4 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM – 4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (704) 862-7551 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 | 1987 |
| Projected closure | 2035 |
| Waste in place | 4,838,741 tons (2022) |
| Size | 72.1 acres |
| Owner | Gaston County |
| Operator | Gaston County |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
Hauling construction debris in North Carolina? Compare every site that takes it on the North Carolina construction debris list.
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Location and nearby sites
35.38398, -81.17572
- HHW drop-off
Gaston County HHW Collection Facility
5.2 mi S · Dallas, NC
- Transfer station
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- Landfill
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9.9 mi NE · Stanley, NC
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Lincoln County Landfill
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- Yard waste site
Gastonia Compost
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- Yard waste site
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Gaston County Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Gaston County Landfill?
Monday – Friday 7 AM – 4 PM; Saturday 8 AM – 4 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (704) 862-7551 before hauling a load.
What does Gaston County 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 Gaston County Landfill take construction debris?
Yes. Its listed materials include construction debris.
When is Gaston County Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2035 for a landfill that opened in 1987 (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 (compiled from North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality - Division of Waste Management (DWM) Site Locator Tool) · record dated 2025-08-14
- EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) database · record dated 2024-09
- Public map listings found through web search
Newest source record dated August 14, 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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