Transfer station
Killeen Transfer Station
26 mi W · Killeen, TX
Landfill
City of Temple Landfill
Temple, Bell County, TX · All sites in Bell County
City of Temple Landfill is a landfill in Temple, Bell County, Texas, operated by Waste Management. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1979, with closure projected for 2071.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool, it takes household trash. It is one of 4 disposal sites we list in Bell County.
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 | 7 AM – 1 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Some sites stop taking loads before the posted closing time, and holidays or weather can close a site without notice; call (254) 778-6292 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 | 1979 |
| Projected closure | 2071 |
| Waste in place | 10,048,307 tons (2022) |
| Size | 86.9 acres |
| Owner | City of Temple |
| Operator | Waste Management |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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City of Temple Landfill: questions
What are the hours at City of Temple Landfill?
Monday – Friday 6 AM – 5 PM; Saturday 7 AM – 1 PM. Hours change on holidays and in bad weather, so call ahead at (254) 778-6292 before hauling a load.
What does City of Temple Landfill accept?
Household trash, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
When is City of Temple Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2071 for a landfill that opened in 1979 (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 Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Municipal Solid Waste Viewer) · record dated 2025-07-27
- EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) database · record dated 2024-09
- Public map listings found through web search
Newest source record dated July 27, 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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