Landfills & Dumps in Kansas

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) Bureau of Waste Management works to minimize health and environmental impacts from the generation, storage, transportation, treatment, and disposal of solid and hazardous wastes throughout the state. Since 1993, all municipal solid waste landfills in Kansas must comply with federal RCRA Subtitle D requirements, ensuring proper liner systems, leachate collection, groundwater monitoring, and closure procedures.

Kansas operates a mix of regional landfills in population centers and rural convenience centers serving western plains communities. The Bureau of Waste Management issues permits for landfills, transfer stations, composting facilities, household hazardous waste sites, incinerators, and tire processors. Maps and databases on the KDHE website help residents locate facilities and understand waste acceptance limits for different site types.

Disposal fees vary across Kansas, with landfills typically charging $25 to $40 per ton depending on location and waste type. Residential self-haul rates run $15 to $30 per pickup load at most facilities, though some impose minimum charges. Rural convenience centers may use different fee structures, often based on container size or flat rates per visit. Contact facilities directly for current pricing and accepted materials.

Large appliances are accepted at most Kansas landfills and transfer stations, though white goods containing refrigerants like refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners require special handling with fees typically ranging from $10 to $25 for proper refrigerant recovery. Some communities offer curbside pickup for large appliances with advance scheduling. Electronics and televisions may have separate requirements depending on the facility.

Waste tires are accepted at Kansas landfills for $2 to $4 each, and many counties hold tire amnesty events where residents can dispose of accumulated tires free of charge. Tire retailers must accept old tires when customers purchase replacements. Stockpiling tires on private property is regulated due to fire and mosquito breeding concerns. KDHE provides education and grant programs for household hazardous waste collection, helping communities establish collection events for paint, chemicals, and automotive fluids.