Ely City Landfill

Small, working landfill on the edge of town that most local residents and contractors use when they need to get rid of bulky stuff. Located at 1003 Lackawana Rd in Ely, it handles the final burial of trash rather than drop-off for recycling or re-use. In this part of Nevada, expect basic, no-frills service compared with the big Las Vegas-area sites.

Drive up a short gravel drive to a modest entrance with a scale and a small intake/booth area; trucks usually stop to be weighed, so plan for that extra stop on the way in and again on the way out. The site is open-air with large dirt cells and compacted cover-dust and wind-blown debris are common on dry days. Commercial loads are typically accepted at landfills of this type and fees are usually charged by weight with a minimum charge for small residential loads. Bring a vehicle that can handle loose gravel and be prepared to wait a bit during busy weekend or spring-cleanup times.