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Landfill
Lee County Landfill
Lee County Landfill, 1214 South Bataan Road, Dixon, 61021, Illinois
Lee County Landfill at 1214 South Bataan Road in Dixon is the county dump where local household junk and larger hauls get buried. Locals, neighborhood cleanouts and area haulers all use it, though fees and rules depend on load size and county policy.
Expect a small entrance booth and a scale near the drive; tipping fees at landfills are commonly charged by weight, so a weigh-in on the way out is typical. The site looks like active earthworks-large trucks, mounds of soil and spread-out disposal cells-so give yourself a little extra room when pulling in. Lines form on busy days, especially during spring cleanup season, and there’s usually a spot to pull off and sort before heading to the disposal area.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Secure and tarp loose material so nothing blows out on the trip; loose debris makes unloading messier and can lead to extra attention on the road.
- Sort recyclables, metal and large bulky items at home if possible to speed the stop at the booth and scale.
- Aim for a weekday or early morning visit if practical; weekends and seasonal cleanups tend to be the busiest and can mean waiting in line.
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