Landfill

Washington County Landfill

Washington County Landfill, 2682 N Highland Road, Salem, 47167, Indiana

Washington County Landfill on N Landfill Road is where both residents and business trucks take trash to be buried. It’s a full-scale county landfill, so expect bigger commercial rigs alongside pickups and trailers. State environmental agencies regulate these kinds of sites, and fees and accepted materials can vary by location and load type.

There’s a weigh scale and a scale house near the entrance, so vehicles are typically weighed and charged by weight - plan on stopping at the scale. Pull up slowly; larger trucks often stack up and the scale area can be tight. The site is mostly open dirt, rolling landfill cells and heavy equipment moving around, so watch for mud and uneven ground. Directions are given at the entrance point, and different types of loads are usually sent to different drop spots once you’ve been weighed.

Facility Information

Type Landfill
City Salem
State Indiana

Before You Go

  • Cover and secure everything before leaving home - loose trash can blow out and make the trip longer if stuff spills.
  • Try to avoid weekend and spring-cleanup times when lines back up; midweek mornings tend to be quicker.
  • Bring help for heavy or bulky items and wear sturdy shoes - the ground is uneven and there’s heavy equipment moving around.