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 →Green County Landfill in Brodhead is where county residents and local contractors bring material that will be buried-it's the working landfill for the area. Expect a practical, industrial place used by pickups, trailers and roll-off trucks rather than anything tidy or landscaped.
There’s usually a truck scale and tipping fees are charged by weight at facilities like this, so plan on stopping for a weigh ticket. Pull slowly into the entrance area and follow the flow of traffic; the site is mostly gravel and compacted earth with large soil and cover piles. Many landfills handle both residential and commercial haulers, though commercial loads are billed differently and sometimes require paperwork. Drop points for bulky items or construction debris are often separate from everyday household trash, and lines can form on busy weekends or during spring cleanup.
Learn how to properly dispose of common items.

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