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Wilmington Sanitary Landfill

Wilmington Sanitary Landfill, 397 S Nelson Avenue, Wilmington, 45177, Ohio

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Down on S Nelson Avenue, Wilmington Sanitary Landfill is the town’s large place for burying municipal and contractor trash. It’s a true landfill - not a transfer station or recycling center - where material gets buried on site. Like most landfills, commercial loads are commonly accepted and tipping fees are usually charged by weight or volume.

There’s typically an entrance booth or scale house to slow traffic and record loads, so be ready to stop and follow directions from the attendant or flagger. Pull into the lane marked for trucks or customer drop-off; trailers and pickups may be directed to different spots for unloading. The site looks like big dirt cells and piles, with heavy equipment moving around and occasional odors on breezy days. Expect to be weighed (or have your load measured) so the fee is based on that recorded amount.

Facility Information

Type Landfill
City Wilmington
State Ohio
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Before You Go

  • Cover and secure loose loads with tarps or straps; loose debris blows everywhere and some landfills are picky about uncovered loads.
  • Bring an extra pair of hands or tools for hauling bulky items - large furniture, stumps, and branches are easier with help and save time.
  • Avoid weekend and early-morning rushes if possible; midweek mid-morning trips usually move faster and have fewer big trucks in line.

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