Landfill

Earthmovers Landfill

26488 County Rd. 26, Elkhart, IN 46515

800-963-4776

Earthmovers Landfill is the big county landfill out on County Road 26 that locals and contractors use when home cleanup, construction or commercial hauls need a final drop-off. People bringing everything from a pickup load of old junk to bigger commercial loads show up here; it’s the place trash ends up being buried long-term.

Drive in and there’s a scale booth early in the approach-loads are weighed so expect to stop twice, once in and once out. A small office or booth handles the check-in; after that, vehicles are directed to the working face where material is tipped and covered. The whole site is large, mostly gravel and compacted dirt, with mounds of soil and compactors in the distance, so it can be dusty and muddy depending on weather. Lines get longer on weekend mornings and during seasonal cleanups, so plan for some wait time.

Facility Information

Type Landfill
City Elkhart
State Indiana

Before You Go

  • Secure loose items and cover loads with a tarp before leaving home-wind and bumps can make a mess on the way.
  • Have vehicle type and trailer info handy; charges are typically based on weight and commercial loads are accepted, so knowing what’s being hauled helps.
  • Wear sturdy shoes and keep a phone accessible for directions; the site is big and the walking between the booth and the tipping area can be uneven.