Transfer station
Bruin Waste Management Mrf/Bwr
4.6 mi W · Montrose, CO
Landfill
Montrose County Landfill
Montrose, Montrose County, CO · All sites in Montrose County
Montrose County Landfill is a landfill in Montrose, Montrose County, Colorado, operated by Waste Management. The site also works as a tire recycler. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1976, with closure projected for 2065.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool, it takes household trash, scrap metal and tires. It is one of 5 disposal sites we list in Montrose 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 | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (970) 240-8326 to confirm.
What it takes
Accepted
- Household trash (accepted)
- Scrap metal (accepted)
- Tires (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 | 1976 |
| Projected closure | 2065 |
| Waste in place | 3,534,374 tons (2022) |
| Size | 37.2 acres |
| Owner | Montrose County |
| Operator | Waste Management |
| Landfill gas collection | No |
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.
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Montrose County Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Montrose County Landfill?
Monday – Friday 8 AM – 5 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (970) 240-8326 before hauling a load.
What does Montrose County Landfill accept?
Household trash, scrap metal and tires, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
When is Montrose County Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2065 for a landfill that opened in 1976 (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 · record dated 2020-06-01
- 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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