Transfer station
Cids Cdr
0.3 mi NE · Elgin, SC
Landfill
Richland County Landfill
Elgin, Kershaw County, SC · All sites in Kershaw County
Richland County Landfill is a landfill in Elgin, Kershaw County, South Carolina, 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, it takes construction debris and household trash. It is one of 11 disposal sites we list in Kershaw County.
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM – 5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM – 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 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 (803) 744-3364 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 | 1972 |
| Projected closure | 2044 |
| Waste in place | 24,259,417 tons (2022) |
| Size | 145.3 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 South Carolina? Compare every site that takes it on the South Carolina construction debris list.
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Location and nearby sites
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- Kershaw CoConstruction & Demolition Landfill · Cassatt
- Kershaw County Solid WasteTire Recycler · Kershaw
- Kershaw County Yard Waste CompostingYard Waste & Compost Site · Cassatt
- Mount Pisgah Convenience CenterDrop-Off & Convenience Center · Jefferson
- Wateree Convenience CenterDrop-Off & Convenience Center · Ridgeway
Richland County Landfill: questions
What are the hours at Richland County Landfill?
Monday – Friday 7:30 AM – 5 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (803) 744-3364 before hauling a load.
What does Richland 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 Richland County Landfill take construction debris?
Yes. Its listed materials include construction debris.
When is Richland County 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 South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SCDHEC) - Permitted Solid Waste Management Facilities) · record dated 2022-03-14
- 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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