Construction Debris: What You Can (and Can't) Take to the Dump
Renovating your home? Drywall, lumber, concrete, and roofing materials have different disposal rules than regular trash. Here's what to know.
Read more →
Landfill
Knox County Landfill #3
Knox County Landfill #3, 996 Knox Road 2150 North, Oneida, 61467, Illinois
Knox County Landfill #3 sits out on Knox Road 2150 North near Wataga (mailing address lists Oneida). County residents, local haulers and contractors bring household and larger loads here - it’s the place trash gets buried at the end of the line.
There’s a weigh scale and a small entrance booth, so expect to stop for a weigh-in; tipping fees are charged by weight and typically differ between residential and larger/commercial loads. Pull up to the booth, get checked, then drive onto the scale and follow the directions to the active tipping area. The site is big and mostly open, with gravel or dirt roads and visible mounds of compacted material; large trucks move around, so take it slow. Weekends and spring cleanup tend to be busier, which can mean lines and slower service.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Secure loose items with a tarp or straps-wind and bumps can scatter trash on the access roads.
- Have proof of residency or ID handy if expecting a resident rate, since county sites often ask for verification.
- Keep bulky items grouped (metal separate if possible) to speed unloading and reduce back-and-forth once at the tipping area.
Explore More
Disposal Guides
Learn how to properly dispose of common items.
Electronics Recycling: Where to Take Old TVs, Computers, and Phones
E-waste rules vary wildly by state. Some ban electronics from landfills entirely. Here's how to recycle old TVs, computers, and phones properly.
Read more →
Hazardous Waste Collection Days: What They Take and How to Prepare
Most counties run free household hazardous waste collection events. Here's what qualifies, how to find your local event, and how to store stuff safely until then.
Read more →