Landfill
Magaretta Mhp
3.1 mi E · York, PA
Landfill
Modern Landfill
York, York County, PA · All sites in York County
Rated 2.5 of 5 from 7 reviews on public map listings
Modern Landfill is a landfill in York, York County, Pennsylvania, operated by Republic Services. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1949, with closure projected for 2025.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap, it takes household trash. It is one of 8 disposal sites we list in York County.
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM – 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 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 (717) 246-2686 to confirm.
What it takes
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 | 1949 |
| Projected closure | 2025 |
| Waste in place | 37,132,726 tons (2022) |
| Size | 230 acres |
| Owner | Republic Services |
| Operator | Republic Services |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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Modern Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Modern Landfill?
Monday – Friday 6 AM – 3:30 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (717) 246-2686 before hauling a load.
What does Modern Landfill accept?
Household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool and OpenStreetMap. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
When is Modern Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2025 for a landfill that opened in 1949 (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 Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection - Municipal Waste Operations - Landfill Facilities) · record dated 2025-05-08
- OpenStreetMap way/833659758 (© 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 May 8, 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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