Yard waste site
Charlie's Compost
7.3 mi S · Calhoun, KY
Landfill
West Daviess County Landfill
Owensboro, Daviess County, KY · All sites in Daviess County
West Daviess County Landfill is a landfill in Owensboro, Daviess County, Kentucky, operated by Daviess County. EPA landfill data show it opened in 1972, with closure projected for 2053.
According to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool, it takes household trash and scrap metal. It is one of 4 disposal sites we list in Daviess County.
What it takes
Accepted
- Household trash (accepted)
- Scrap metal (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 | 2053 |
| Waste in place | 6,444,961 tons (2022) |
| Size | 50 acres |
| Owner | Daviess County |
| Operator | Daviess County |
| Landfill gas collection | Yes |
Source: EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program database, data as of September 2024.
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Location and nearby sites
37.67278, -87.27500
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West Daviess County Landfill: questions
What does West Daviess County Landfill accept?
Household trash and scrap metal, according to EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery Tool. Ask the facility about anything not on this list.
When is West Daviess County Landfill expected to close?
EPA's Landfill Methane Outreach Program lists a projected closure year of 2053 for a landfill that opened in 1972 (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 Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet - Environmental Protection) · record dated 2025-06-18
- EPA Landfill Methane Outreach Program (LMOP) database · record dated 2024-09
Newest source record dated June 18, 2025. Listed here since October 5, 2026. We are an independent directory, not the operator. How we source and check listings.
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