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New Hanover County Secure Landfill

New Hanover County Secure Landfill, 5210 US Highway 421 North, Wilmington, 28401, North Carolina

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New Hanover County Secure Landfill is the county landfill on US Highway 421 North in Wilmington, where larger loads get buried rather than picked up at the curb. Contractors and residents with big cleanouts or construction debris tend to bring loads here rather than using regular trash service.

It’s a fairly large, working site with mounded cells and heavy equipment moving around; expect gravel roads and a utilitarian feel. There’s a scale near the entrance booth and tipping fees are generally charged by weight, so trucks commonly weigh in and out. Dumping areas are spread out across the site, and commercial trucks are a regular sight. Weekends-especially spring cleanup season-often mean lines and longer wait times.

Facility Information

Type Landfill
City Wilmington
State North Carolina
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Before You Go

  • Make sure loads are securely tarped and tied down; loose debris and dust are common and can scatter while waiting or driving on site.
  • Sort materials in the truck beforehand if possible-separating clean fill, construction debris, and mixed trash usually speeds up the process when it’s time to dump.
  • Use a vehicle suited for gravel and mud; access roads and working areas can be rough and messy after rain.

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