Construction Debris: What You Can (and Can't) Take to the Dump
Renovating your home? Drywall, lumber, concrete, and roofing materials have different disposal rules than regular trash. Here's what to know.
Read more →
Landfill
Loup Central Landfill
Loup Central Landfill, 1552 Highway 11, Elba, 68835, Nebraska
Loup Central Landfill sits just off Highway 11 in Elba and is where locals and haulers bring trash that needs to be buried. Neighbors making a run with household junk and folks with bigger loads both use the place. Tipping fees are weight-based, so loads get weighed and charged accordingly.
There’s a small entrance area with a scale near the approach; plan to slow down and stop to be weighed, and expect to stop again on the way out. Drive on the gravel access road and follow the obvious flow of traffic toward the working cells and disposal areas. The site itself is mostly bare earth and compacted lanes with piles and mounded areas - not a tidy recycling center. Lines can form, especially on weekends and during spring cleanup, so allow a little extra time.
Facility Information
Before You Go
- Secure tarps and straps over loose loads; wind can scatter debris and create delays when people have to pick things up.
- Bring a truck or trailer that can handle gravel and soft shoulders - the access roads are often rough, especially after rain.
- Avoid weekend peak times if possible; weekday trips tend to move faster and save time at the scale.
Explore More
Disposal Guides
Learn how to properly dispose of common items.
Electronics Recycling: Where to Take Old TVs, Computers, and Phones
E-waste rules vary wildly by state. Some ban electronics from landfills entirely. Here's how to recycle old TVs, computers, and phones properly.
Read more →
Hazardous Waste Collection Days: What They Take and How to Prepare
Most counties run free household hazardous waste collection events. Here's what qualifies, how to find your local event, and how to store stuff safely until then.
Read more →