Landfill
Jefferson Parish Government - Jefferson Parish Sanitary Landfill
0.6 mi S · Avondale, LA
Landfill
River Birch Landfill
Avondale, Jefferson Parish, LA · All sites in Jefferson Parish
River Birch Landfill is a landfill in Avondale, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, operated by River Birch, Inc.. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1999, with closure projected for 2045.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool, it takes household trash. It is one of 4 disposal sites we list in Jefferson Parish.
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM – 5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6 AM – 5 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM – 5 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM – 5 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM – 5 PM |
| Saturday | 6 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 (504) 436-1288 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 | 1999 |
| Projected closure | 2045 |
| Waste in place | 26,791,931 tons (2022) |
| Size | 207.5 acres |
| Owner | River Birch, Inc. |
| Operator | River Birch, Inc. |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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River Birch Landfill: questions
What are the hours at River Birch Landfill?
Monday – Friday 6 AM – 5 PM; Saturday 6 AM – 12 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (504) 436-1288 before hauling a load.
What does River Birch Landfill accept?
Household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
When is River Birch Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2045 for a landfill that opened in 1999 (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 Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality - Solid Waste Landfill Report) · record dated 2025-07-15
- EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) database · record dated 2024-09
- Public map listings found through web search
Newest source record dated July 15, 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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