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Landfill
Directions | back to top
West on Second St toward Eddyville, past the gravel pit. Look for the sign on the north side of the road.
Rules | back to top
- All loads must be tarped. There will be a $10 penalty assessed for residential vehicles which are untarped when entering the landfill. Commercial vehicles which are untarped will receive a penalty of $25-$50 for each violation.
- NO liquids of any kind are accepted at the landfill.
- Businesses with special wastes should call 683-0644 for assistance.
- Yard waste of any kind is not accepted for land filling, but may be disposed of in the compost area free of charge.
- NO tires, car batteries or appliances are accepted for land filling. Tires, appliances, metal and car batteries must be separated from general trash for disposal in separate areas with in the landfill.
- NO toxic waste are permitted for land filling.
Fees | back to top
The disposal charge for solid waste and construction and demolition debris is $57.00 per ton. The minimum charge is $14.25 for 500 pounds or less. Amounts greater than 500 pounds will be prorated at the $57.00 per ton rate. Processed wood debris, like pallets, is accepted at a rate of $20.00 per ton with a $5.00 minimum.
Notice | back to top
The Wapello Landfill accepts limbs/branches and leaves/grass clippings free of charge. The loads MUST be tarped. The Wapello Recycling Center ONLY accepts grass clippings and leaves.
Also, the Landfill no longer accepts appliances - these items go to the Recycling Center.
Source | back to top
Taken from the Garbage and Recycling Page on the City of Ottumwa Website.