Crapo Hill Landfill

Crapo Hill Landfill on Samuel Barnet Boulevard is New Bedford’s municipal landfill for burying garbage, used by local residents and commercial haulers. The site is large and built for trucks rather than small curbside drop-offs. Expect a working, industrial feel rather than anything neat or quiet.

There’s an entrance booth and a weigh scale on site; tipping fees are assessed by weight so drivers stop to be weighed in and often again on the way out. After the scale, follow the access road up to the active dumping area where heavy equipment, compacted trash piles, and cover soil are visible. The ground is mostly gravel and dirt, with truck traffic, dust, and occasional odors, so plan clothes and footwear accordingly. Weekends and spring-cleanup times get backed up, so lines and slow moving trucks are common.